As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Sioux Falls, SD is $45,941, equivalent to $22 per hour, $883 weekly, or $3,828 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 Falls, SD vary widely, spanning from $38,655 to $52,240. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,127) and 75th percentile ($49,238), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,240 per year. This $7,111 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 Falls Process Operator often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Sioux Falls currently ranks 703 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 $38,655 Sioux Falls, SD August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,127 Sioux Falls, SD August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $45,941 Sioux Falls, SD August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,238 Sioux Falls, SD August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,240 Sioux Falls, SD August 01, 2026
25% $42,127 10% $38,655 90% $52,240 75% $49,238 $45,941 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Process Operator in Sioux Falls, SD. The base salary for Process Operator ranges from $42,127 to $49,238 with the average base salary of $45,941. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,482 to $53,306 with the average total cash compensation of $49,681.

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About Sioux Falls, South Dakota    Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and t....More

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