As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Worcester, MA is $52,817, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,016 weekly, or $4,401 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 Worcester, MA vary widely, spanning from $44,441 to $60,059. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,433) and 75th percentile ($56,608), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,059 per year. This $8,175 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, Worcester Process Operator often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Worcester currently ranks 210 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 $44,441 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $48,433 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,817 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $56,608 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $60,059 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
25% $48,433 10% $44,441 90% $60,059 75% $56,608 $52,817 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Worcester, Massachusetts    Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. ....More

Worcester, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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