As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Memphis, TN is $47,174, equivalent to $23 per hour, $907 weekly, or $3,931 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 Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $39,694 to $53,645. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,259) and 75th percentile ($50,562), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,645 per year. This $7,303 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, Memphis Process Operator often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 621 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 $39,694 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $43,259 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $47,174 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,562 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,645 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
25% $43,259 10% $39,694 90% $53,645 75% $50,562 $47,174 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Memphis, Tennessee    Memphis is a city located along the Mississippi River in southwestern Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. The 2017 city population was 652,236, m....More

Memphis, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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