Food Preparation Workers Salary in Columbia, MO

Median Salary

$29,710

per year

Hourly Rate

$14.28

per hour

Employment

470

in Columbia, MO

vs. National Avg

-15.9%

National: $35,320

📊 Compared to the national median of $35,320, Columbia, MO pays 15.9% LESS for Food Preparation Workers positions.

Salary Distribution in Columbia, MO

10th

$28,600

25th

$28,600

Median

$29,710

75th

$35,160

90th

$38,090

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).