As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Amarillo, TX is $45,854, equivalent to $22 per hour, $882 weekly, or $3,821 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 Amarillo, TX vary widely, spanning from $38,582 to $52,143. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,048) and 75th percentile ($49,146), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,143 per year. This $7,098 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, Amarillo Process Operator often earn 6.8% lower than national averages. However, Amarillo currently ranks 708 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 $38,582 Amarillo, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,048 Amarillo, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $45,854 Amarillo, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,146 Amarillo, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,143 Amarillo, TX June 01, 2026
25% $42,048 10% $38,582 90% $52,143 75% $49,146 $45,854 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Amarillo, Texas    Amarillo (/ˌæməˈrɪloʊ/ AM-ə-RIL-oh) is the 14th-most populous city in the state of Texas, United States. It is also the largest city in the Texas Panh....More

Amarillo, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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