As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Wilmington, DE is $50,996, equivalent to $25 per hour, $981 weekly, or $4,250 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 Wilmington, DE vary widely, spanning from $42,909 to $57,991. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,763) and 75th percentile ($54,657), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,991 per year. This $7,894 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, Wilmington Process Operator often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Wilmington currently ranks 296 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 $42,909 Wilmington, DE June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,763 Wilmington, DE June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,996 Wilmington, DE June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $54,657 Wilmington, DE June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $57,991 Wilmington, DE June 01, 2026
25% $46,763 10% $42,909 90% $57,991 75% $54,657 $50,996 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Wilmington, Delaware    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and....More

Wilmington, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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