Food Preparation Workers Salary in Baton Rouge, LA

Median Salary
$24,450
per year
Hourly Rate
$11.76
per hour
Employment
5,800
in Baton Rouge, LA
vs. National Avg
-30.8%
National: $35,320

📊 Compared to the national median of $35,320, Baton Rouge, LA pays 30.8% LESS for Food Preparation Workers positions.

Salary Distribution in Baton Rouge, LA

10th
$18,870
25th
$22,600
Median
$24,450
75th
$27,990
90th
$33,800
Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).