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Food Preparation Workers
Full food preparation workers overview →U.S. mean $35,290 · median $35,320
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | #1 | $42,660 | $40,910 | $21 | +20.9% | $34,890–$51,730 |
| Hawaii | #2 | $41,670 | $38,160 | $20 | +18.1% | $29,950–$57,720 |
| California | #3 | $41,480 | $39,350 | $20 | +17.5% | $35,190–$48,470 |
| District of Columbia | #4 | $41,350 | $39,600 | $20 | +17.2% | $37,510–$45,370 |