As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Akron, OH is $48,021, equivalent to $23 per hour, $923 weekly, or $4,002 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 Akron, OH vary widely, spanning from $40,407 to $54,608. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,036) and 75th percentile ($51,469), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,608 per year. This $7,433 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, Akron Process Operator often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Akron currently ranks 543 statewide for Process Operator job salary. 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 $40,407 Akron, OH June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $44,036 Akron, OH June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,021 Akron, OH June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,469 Akron, OH June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $54,608 Akron, OH June 01, 2026
25% $44,036 10% $40,407 90% $54,608 75% $51,469 $48,021 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Akron, Ohio    Akron (/ˈækrən/) is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Summit County. It is located on the western edge of the....More

Akron, Ohio  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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