As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Lafayette, LA is $45,566, equivalent to $22 per hour, $876 weekly, or $3,797 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 Lafayette, LA vary widely, spanning from $38,341 to $51,816. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,784) and 75th percentile ($48,838), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,816 per year. This $7,054 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, Lafayette Process Operator often earn 4.9% lower than national averages. However, Lafayette currently ranks 725 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 $38,341 Lafayette, LA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $41,784 Lafayette, LA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $45,566 Lafayette, LA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,838 Lafayette, LA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,816 Lafayette, LA June 01, 2026
25% $41,784 10% $38,341 90% $51,816 75% $48,838 $45,566 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lafayette, Louisiana    Lafayette is located at 30°13′N 92°2′W / 30.217°N 92.033°W / 30.217; -92.033 (30.2139, −92.0294) and has an elevation of 36 feet (11.0 m). Accordin....More

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