Food Preparation Workers Salary in Columbia, SC

Median Salary

$30,260

per year

Hourly Rate

$14.55

per hour

Employment

2,030

in Columbia, SC

vs. National Avg

-14.3%

National: $35,320

📊 Compared to the national median of $35,320, Columbia, SC pays 14.3% LESS for Food Preparation Workers positions.

Salary Distribution in Columbia, SC

10th

$22,810

25th

$27,620

Median

$30,260

75th

$35,920

90th

$38,700

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