Food Preparation Workers Salary in Wilmington, NC

Median Salary

$31,830

per year

Hourly Rate

$15.30

per hour

Employment

1,380

in Wilmington, NC

vs. National Avg

-9.9%

National: $35,320

📊 Compared to the national median of $35,320, Wilmington, NC pays 9.9% LESS for Food Preparation Workers positions.

Salary Distribution in Wilmington, NC

10th

$22,820

25th

$27,900

Median

$31,830

75th

$35,920

90th

$44,420

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