As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Olathe, KS is $48,861, equivalent to $23 per hour, $940 weekly, or $4,072 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 Olathe, KS vary widely, spanning from $41,113 to $55,563. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,805) and 75th percentile ($52,369), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,563 per year. This $7,564 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, Olathe Process Operator often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Olathe currently ranks 470 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 $41,113 Olathe, KS June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $44,805 Olathe, KS June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,861 Olathe, KS June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,369 Olathe, KS June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $55,563 Olathe, KS June 01, 2026
25% $44,805 10% $41,113 90% $55,563 75% $52,369 $48,861 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Olathe, Kansas    Olathe (/oʊˈleɪθə/ oh-LAY-thə) is the county seat of Johnson County, Kansas, United States. It is the fourth most populous city in the Kansas City Me....More

Olathe, Kansas  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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