As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Afton, MN is $51,704, equivalent to $25 per hour, $994 weekly, or $4,309 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 Afton, MN vary widely, spanning from $43,505 to $58,797. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,413) and 75th percentile ($55,417), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,797 per year. This $8,004 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, Afton Process Operator often earn 0.2% higher 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 $43,505 Afton, MN June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $47,413 Afton, MN June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,704 Afton, MN June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $55,417 Afton, MN June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $58,797 Afton, MN June 01, 2026
25% $47,413 10% $43,505 90% $58,797 75% $55,417 $51,704 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Afton, Minnesota    Afton is a city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,886 at the 2010 census. It is located on a small bay where Valle....More

Afton, Minnesota  area prices were up 1.4% from a year ago

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