As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Sioux City, IA is $45,731, equivalent to $22 per hour, $879 weekly, or $3,811 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 Sioux City, IA vary widely, spanning from $38,479 to $52,001. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,935) and 75th percentile ($49,013), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,001 per year. This $7,078 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, Sioux City Process Operator often earn 5.2% lower than national averages. However, Sioux City currently ranks 715 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 $38,479 Sioux City, IA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $41,935 Sioux City, IA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $45,731 Sioux City, IA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,013 Sioux City, IA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,001 Sioux City, IA October 01, 2026
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About Sioux City, Iowa    Sioux City (/suː/) is a city in Woodbury and Plymouth counties in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Iowa. The population was 82,684 in the 20....More

Sioux City, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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