As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Grand Forks, ND is $47,420, equivalent to $23 per hour, $912 weekly, or $3,952 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Process Operator in Grand Forks, ND vary widely, spanning from $39,896 to $53,929. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,482) and 75th percentile ($50,827), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,929 per year. This $7,345 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, Grand Forks Process Operator often earn 4.8% lower than national averages. However, Grand Forks currently ranks 596 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 $39,896 Grand Forks, ND April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $43,482 Grand Forks, ND April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $47,420 Grand Forks, ND April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,827 Grand Forks, ND April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,929 Grand Forks, ND April 01, 2026
25% $43,482 10% $39,896 90% $53,929 75% $50,827 $47,420 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Grand Forks, North Dakota    Grand Forks is 74 miles (119 km) north of the Fargo-Moorhead area and 145 miles (233 km) south of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Grand Forks is on the western ba....More

Grand Forks, North Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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