As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Augusta, GA is $46,655, equivalent to $22 per hour, $897 weekly, or $3,888 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 Augusta, GA vary widely, spanning from $39,257 to $53,055. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,783) and 75th percentile ($50,005), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,055 per year. This $7,222 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, Augusta Process Operator often earn 4.1% lower than national averages. However, Augusta currently ranks 665 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 $39,257 Augusta, GA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,783 Augusta, GA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,655 Augusta, GA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,005 Augusta, GA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,055 Augusta, GA June 01, 2026
25% $42,783 10% $39,257 90% $53,055 75% $50,005 $46,655 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Augusta, Georgia    Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is ....More

Augusta, Georgia  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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