As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Afton, TN is $44,795, equivalent to $22 per hour, $861 weekly, or $3,733 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, TN vary widely, spanning from $37,692 to $50,940. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,077) and 75th percentile ($48,012), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,940 per year. This $6,935 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 4.9% 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 $37,692 Afton, TN June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $41,077 Afton, TN June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $44,795 Afton, TN June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,012 Afton, TN June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,940 Afton, TN June 01, 2026
25% $41,077 10% $37,692 90% $50,940 75% $48,012 $44,795 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Afton, Tennessee    Afton is an unincorporated community in Greene County, Tennessee. It is believed that the community's name comes from Robert Burns's song "Sweet Afton....More

Afton, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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