As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Springfield, MO is $44,706, equivalent to $21 per hour, $860 weekly, or $3,726 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 Springfield, MO vary widely, spanning from $37,616 to $50,835. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,995) and 75th percentile ($47,914), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,835 per year. This $6,919 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, Springfield Process Operator often earn 6.7% lower than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 773 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 $37,616 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $40,995 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $44,706 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $47,914 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,835 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
25% $40,995 10% $37,616 90% $50,835 75% $47,914 $44,706 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Springfield, Missouri    Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498....More

Springfield, Missouri  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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