As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Poughkeepsie, NY is $53,552, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,030 weekly, or $4,463 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 Poughkeepsie, NY vary widely, spanning from $45,060 to $60,898. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,107) and 75th percentile ($57,397), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,898 per year. This $8,290 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, Poughkeepsie Process Operator often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Poughkeepsie currently ranks 168 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 $45,060 Poughkeepsie, NY June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,107 Poughkeepsie, NY June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,552 Poughkeepsie, NY June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $57,397 Poughkeepsie, NY June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $60,898 Poughkeepsie, NY June 01, 2026
25% $49,107 10% $45,060 90% $60,898 75% $57,397 $53,552 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Poughkeepsie, New York    Poughkeepsie (/pəˈkɪpsi/ pə-KIP-see), officially the City of Poughkeepsie, is a city in the state of New York, United States, which is the county seat....More

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