As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Adrian, MI is $48,688, equivalent to $23 per hour, $936 weekly, or $4,057 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Process Operator in Adrian, MI vary widely, spanning from $40,967 to $55,363. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,646) and 75th percentile ($52,182), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,363 per year. This $7,536 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Hydraulics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Adrian Process Operator often earn 1.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Process Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Operator Salary $40,967 Adrian, MI August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $44,646 Adrian, MI August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,688 Adrian, MI August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,182 Adrian, MI August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $55,363 Adrian, MI August 01, 2026
25% $44,646 10% $40,967 90% $55,363 75% $52,182 $48,688 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Adrian, Michigan    Adrian is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Lenawee County. The population was 21,133 at the 2010 census. Adrian lies in Mi....More

Adrian, Michigan  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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