As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Akaska, SD is $46,222, equivalent to $22 per hour, $889 weekly, or $3,852 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 Akaska, SD vary widely, spanning from $38,892 to $52,562. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,385) and 75th percentile ($49,540), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,562 per year. This $7,155 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, Akaska Process Operator often earn 0.9% 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 $38,892 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,385 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,222 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,540 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,562 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
25% $42,385 10% $38,892 90% $52,562 75% $49,540 $46,222 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Akaska, South Dakota    Akaska is a town in Walworth County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 42 at the 2010 census. The community name derives from a Sioux w....More

Akaska, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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