As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Rochester, MN is $50,542, equivalent to $24 per hour, $972 weekly, or $4,212 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 Rochester, MN vary widely, spanning from $42,528 to $57,475. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,347) and 75th percentile ($54,171), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,475 per year. This $7,824 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, Rochester Process Operator often earn 2.0% higher than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 334 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 $42,528 Rochester, MN June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,347 Rochester, MN June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,542 Rochester, MN June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $54,171 Rochester, MN June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $57,475 Rochester, MN June 01, 2026
25% $46,347 10% $42,528 90% $57,475 75% $54,171 $50,542 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Rochester, Minnesota    Rochester is a city founded in 1854 in the U.S. State of Minnesota and is the county seat of Olmsted County located on the Zumbro River's south fork i....More

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