How Much Does a Process Operator Make in Watertown, SD ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Process Operator Salary in Watertown, SD

As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Watertown, SD is $46,717, equivalent to $22 per hour, $898 weekly, or $3,893 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 Watertown, SD vary widely, spanning from $39,309 to $53,125. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,840) and 75th percentile ($50,071), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,125 per year. This $7,231 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, Watertown Process Operator often earn 2.0% lower than national averages. However, Watertown currently ranks 659 statewide for Process Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Process Operator Salary $39,309 Watertown, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,840 Watertown, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,717 Watertown, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,071 Watertown, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,125 Watertown, SD June 01, 2026
25% $42,840 10% $39,309 90% $53,125 75% $50,071 $46,717 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Process Engineering Technician I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Process Operator

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Process Engineering Technician III

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Watertown, South Dakota    Watertown is a city in and the county seat of Codington County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 21,482 at the 2010 census. It is the f....More

Watertown, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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