As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Pierre, SD is $42,472, equivalent to $20 per hour, $817 weekly, or $3,539 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 Pierre, SD vary widely, spanning from $35,737 to $48,296. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,947) and 75th percentile ($45,521), while top earners (90th percentile) make $48,296 per year. This $6,574 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, Pierre Process Operator often earn 7.3% lower than national averages. However, Pierre currently ranks 808 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 $35,737 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $38,947 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,472 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $45,521 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,296 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
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About Pierre, South Dakota    Pierre (/pɪər/; Lakota: čhúŋkaške, "fort") is the capital of the U.S. state of South Dakota and the seat of Hughes County. The population was 13,646 a....More

Pierre, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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