As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Houston, TX is $50,225, equivalent to $24 per hour, $966 weekly, or $4,185 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 Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $42,260 to $57,114. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,056) and 75th percentile ($53,831), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,114 per year. This $7,775 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, Houston Process Operator often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 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 $42,260 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,056 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,225 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,831 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $57,114 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
25% $46,056 10% $42,260 90% $57,114 75% $53,831 $50,225 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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