As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Columbus, MS is $42,988, equivalent to $21 per hour, $827 weekly, or $3,582 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 Columbus, MS vary widely, spanning from $36,171 to $48,884. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,420) and 75th percentile ($46,074), while top earners (90th percentile) make $48,884 per year. This $6,654 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, Columbus Process Operator often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 805 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 $36,171 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $39,420 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,988 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,074 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,884 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
25% $39,420 10% $36,171 90% $48,884 75% $46,074 $42,988 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

Columbus, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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