As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Middletown, DE is $51,055, 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 $42,959 to $58,055. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,817) and 75th percentile ($54,719), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,055 per year. This $7,902 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 $42,959 Middletown, DE August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,817 Middletown, DE August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $51,055 Middletown, DE August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $54,719 Middletown, DE August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $58,055 Middletown, DE August 01, 2026
25% $46,817 10% $42,959 90% $58,055 75% $54,719 $51,055 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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