As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Deadwood, SD is $45,513, equivalent to $22 per hour, $875 weekly, or $3,793 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 Deadwood, SD vary widely, spanning from $38,296 to $51,756. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,735) and 75th percentile ($48,781), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,756 per year. This $7,046 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, Deadwood Process Operator often earn 0.7% lower than national averages. However, Deadwood currently ranks 733 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 $38,296 Deadwood, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $41,735 Deadwood, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $45,513 Deadwood, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,781 Deadwood, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,756 Deadwood, SD June 01, 2026
25% $41,735 10% $38,296 90% $51,756 75% $48,781 $45,513 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Deadwood, South Dakota    Deadwood (Lakota: Owáyasuta; "To approve or confirm things") is a city in South Dakota, United States, and the county seat of Lawrence County. It was ....More

Deadwood, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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