As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Idaho Falls, ID is $45,724, equivalent to $22 per hour, $879 weekly, or $3,810 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 Idaho Falls, ID vary widely, spanning from $38,473 to $51,993. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,928) and 75th percentile ($49,005), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,993 per year. This $7,077 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, Idaho Falls Process Operator often earn 2.8% lower than national averages. However, Idaho Falls currently ranks 716 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 $38,473 Idaho Falls, ID August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $41,928 Idaho Falls, ID August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $45,724 Idaho Falls, ID August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,005 Idaho Falls, ID August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,993 Idaho Falls, ID August 01, 2026
25% $41,928 10% $38,473 90% $51,993 75% $49,005 $45,724 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Process Operator in Idaho Falls, ID. The base salary for Process Operator ranges from $41,928 to $49,005 with the average base salary of $45,724. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,263 to $53,054 with the average total cash compensation of $49,446.

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About Idaho Falls, Idaho    Idaho Falls is the county seat of Bonneville County, Idaho, United States, and the state's largest city outside the Boise metropolitan area. As of the....More

Idaho Falls, Idaho  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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