As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Topeka, KS is $46,092, equivalent to $22 per hour, $886 weekly, or $3,841 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 Topeka, KS vary widely, spanning from $38,782 to $52,411. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,266) and 75th percentile ($49,400), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,411 per year. This $7,134 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, Topeka Process Operator often earn 4.0% lower than national averages. However, Topeka currently ranks 695 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 $38,782 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,266 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,092 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,400 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,411 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
25% $42,266 10% $38,782 90% $52,411 75% $49,400 $46,092 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Topeka, Kansas    Topeka (/toʊˈpiːkə/; Kansa: Tó Pee Kuh) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is situated along the Kans....More

Topeka, Kansas  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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