As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Lowell, MA is $54,262, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,044 weekly, or $4,522 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 Lowell, MA vary widely, spanning from $45,652 to $61,710. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,755) and 75th percentile ($58,161), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,710 per year. This $8,406 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, Lowell Process Operator often earn 1.1% higher than national averages. However, Lowell currently ranks 157 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 $45,652 Lowell, MA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,755 Lowell, MA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $54,262 Lowell, MA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $58,161 Lowell, MA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $61,710 Lowell, MA April 01, 2026
25% $49,755 10% $45,652 90% $61,710 75% $58,161 $54,262 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lowell, Massachusetts    Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massach....More

Lowell, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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