Process Developer Salary in the United States

How much does a Process Developer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Developer in the United States is $107,607 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a Process Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,657
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,558 to $116,008
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,140
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Process Developer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $116,008 $9,667 $2,231 $56
Average $107,607 $8,967 $2,069 $52
25th Percentile $100,558 $8,380 $1,934 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Process Developer Salaries

A Process Developer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Process Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Process Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $104,142
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $104,670
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,197
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,251
  • Expert (over 8 years): $108,225
Levels Salary
Entry Level Process Developer$104,142
Intermediate Level Process Developer$104,670
Senior Level Process Developer$105,197
Specialist Level Process Developer$106,251
Expert Level Process Developer$108,225
$104,142 0 yr
$104,670 < 2 yrs
$105,197 2-4 yrs
$106,251 5-8 yrs
$108,225 > 8 yrs
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How Do Process Developer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Process Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $119,142.
  • California: $118,691.
  • Massachusetts: $117,109.

Top Paying Cities for Process Developers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $135,725
  • San Francisco: $134,390
  • Oakland: $131,410

What Skills Can Increase a Process Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.07% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Merchandising (Mentioned in 1.82% Job Postings): In the broadest sense, merchandising is any practice which contributes to the sale of products to a retail consumer. At a retail in-store level, merchandising refers to the variety of products available for sale and the display of those products in such a way that it stimulates interest and entices customers to make a purchase. In the profession of merchandising you are either employed by the store in which you work, or by an independent distributor. As a professional merchandiser, in a retail setting, you will not only know your products(I.e. coffee, juice, soda, etc.) but you will gauge other “vendors” like products as you tend to your job. Working with the store and other merchandisers, shelf space is often given or taken as need be in some locations(for some young merchandisers this is known as “war”) In retail commerce, visual display merchandising means merchandise sales using product design, selection, packaging, pricing, and display that stimulates consumers to spend more. This includes disciplines and discounting, physical presentation of products and displays, and the decisions about which products should be presented to which customers at what time.
  • Six Sigma (Mentioned in 1.28% Job Postings): Ability to apply six sigma methods and techniques to make business processes more efficient and effective.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 7.07%
Merchandising 1.82%
Six Sigma 1.28%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Process Developer's salary.
  • Merchandising: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Data Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Merchandising
$114,063
6%
Insight
$112,987
5%
Data Analysis
$112,987
5%
Agile
$111,911
4%
Leadership
$111,911
4%
Consulting
$111,911
4%
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Process Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Process Developer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Process Developer

Salaries for a Process Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $124,213 in 2023 to around $125,270 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Process Developer salary trends, .

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