Food Preparation Workers Salary in Washington

Median Salary

$40,910

per year

Hourly Rate

$19.67

per hour

Employment

19,510

in Washington

vs. National Avg

+15.8%

National: $35,320

📊 Compared to the national median of $35,320, Washington pays 15.8% MORE for Food Preparation Workers positions.

Purchasing Power

$38,127

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

107.3

7% above national avg

Rent/Income

56%

Unaffordable

Salary Distribution in Washington

10th

$34,890

25th

$35,880

Median

$40,910

75th

$47,390

90th

$51,730

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