As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Dover, DE is $51,199, equivalent to $25 per hour, $985 weekly, or $4,267 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 Dover, DE vary widely, spanning from $43,080 to $58,222. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,949) and 75th percentile ($54,875), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,222 per year. This $7,926 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, Dover Process Operator often earn 0.3% higher than national averages. However, Dover currently ranks 283 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 $43,080 Dover, DE June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,949 Dover, DE June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,199 Dover, DE June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $54,875 Dover, DE June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $58,222 Dover, DE June 01, 2026
25% $46,949 10% $43,080 90% $58,222 75% $54,875 $51,199 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Dover, Delaware    Dover (/ˈdoʊvər/) is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County, and the principal c....More

Dover, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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