As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Birmingham, AL is $46,842, equivalent to $23 per hour, $901 weekly, or $3,904 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 Birmingham, AL vary widely, spanning from $39,414 to $53,267. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,954) and 75th percentile ($50,205), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,267 per year. This $7,251 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, Birmingham Process Operator often earn 1.1% lower than national averages. However, Birmingham currently ranks 650 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 $39,414 Birmingham, AL June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,954 Birmingham, AL June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,842 Birmingham, AL June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,205 Birmingham, AL June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,267 Birmingham, AL June 01, 2026
25% $42,954 10% $39,414 90% $53,267 75% $50,205 $46,842 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Birmingham, Alabama    Birmingham (/ˈbɜːrmɪŋhæm/ BUR-ming-ham) is a city located in the north central region of the U.S. state of Alabama. With an estimated 2017 population....More

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