As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Dayton, OH is $48,739, equivalent to $23 per hour, $937 weekly, or $4,062 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 Dayton, OH vary widely, spanning from $41,009 to $55,421. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,693) and 75th percentile ($52,236), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,421 per year. This $7,543 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, Dayton Process Operator often earn 0.7% lower than national averages. However, Dayton currently ranks 480 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 $41,009 Dayton, OH August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $44,693 Dayton, OH August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,739 Dayton, OH August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,236 Dayton, OH August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $55,421 Dayton, OH August 01, 2026
25% $44,693 10% $41,009 90% $55,421 75% $52,236 $48,739 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Dayton, Ohio    Dayton (/ˈdeɪtən/) is the sixth-largest city in the state of Ohio and the county seat of Montgomery County. A small part of the city extends into Gree....More

Dayton, Ohio  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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