As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Billings, MT is $48,657, equivalent to $23 per hour, $936 weekly, or $4,055 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 Billings, MT vary widely, spanning from $40,940 to $55,328. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,618) and 75th percentile ($52,148), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,328 per year. This $7,530 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, Billings Process Operator often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Billings currently ranks 489 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 $40,940 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $44,618 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,657 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,148 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $55,328 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
25% $44,618 10% $40,940 90% $55,328 75% $52,148 $48,657 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Billings, Montana    Billings is the largest city in the U.S. state of Montana, with a population estimated at 109,642 as of 2017. Located in the south-central portion of ....More

Billings, Montana  area prices were up 3.1% from a year ago

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