As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Middletown, DE is $51,059, equivalent to $25 per hour, $982 weekly, or $4,255 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 Middletown, DE vary widely, spanning from $42,962 to $58,063. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,821) and 75th percentile ($54,725), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,063 per year. This $7,904 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, Middletown Process Operator often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Middletown currently ranks 289 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 $42,962 Middletown, DE June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,821 Middletown, DE June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,059 Middletown, DE June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $54,725 Middletown, DE June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $58,063 Middletown, DE June 01, 2026
25% $46,821 10% $42,962 90% $58,063 75% $54,725 $51,059 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Middletown, Delaware    Middletown is a town in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. According to the 2010 Census, the population of the town is 18,871. Middletown is ....More

Middletown, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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