Food Batchmakers Salary in Des Moines, IA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA

Median annual salary $44,500 +9.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.40
10th percentile $35,120
90th percentile $59,830
Employed locally 550
National median $40,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,120
    25th
    $37,150
    50th (median)
    $44,500
    75th
    $49,510
    90th
    $59,830

    Des Moines economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,209 2023 • Census ACS
    Food Batchmakers salary vs area income 53% Median Food Batchmakers salary is 47% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Batchmakers make per hour in Des Moines?

    The median hourly wage for Food Batchmakers in Des Moines, IA is $21.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.74 or more per hour.

    Is Des Moines above or below average for Food Batchmakers salaries?

    The median Food Batchmakers salary in Des Moines, IA is 9.1% above the national median of $40,790. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Food Batchmakers in Des Moines?

    Entry-level Food Batchmakers (10th percentile) earn around $35,120 per year in Des Moines, IA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,150.