National Wages 35-2021.00 - Food Preparation Workers Bright Outlook  

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $35,320.
  • 10% of workers earn $25,810 or less.
  • 10% of workers earn $45,340 or more.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationAnnual Low (10%)Annual QL (25%)Annual Median (50%)Annual QU (75%)Annual High (90%)
United States$25,810$29,950$35,320$38,550$45,340

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $16.98 per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $12.41 or less per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $21.80 or more per hour.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationHourly Low (10%)Hourly QL (25%)Hourly Median (50%)Hourly QU (75%)Hourly High (90%)
United States$12.41$14.40$16.98$18.53$21.80