Food Batchmakers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,380 +11.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.82
10th percentile $34,490
90th percentile $57,800
Employed locally 370
National median $40,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,490
    25th
    $34,710
    50th (median)
    $45,380
    75th
    $53,600
    90th
    $57,800

    Top-paying metros for Food Batchmakers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Harrisonburg, VA $65,770
    Lexington-Fayette, KY $64,980
    Cedar Rapids, IA $62,360
    Springfield, MO $60,090
    Binghamton, NY $58,650
    Decatur, IL $57,880

    Related occupations in Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $40,970
    Machinists $50,250
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $51,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $70,220
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders $42,180
    Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers $52,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Batchmakers make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Food Batchmakers in Northwest Minnesota is $21.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.03 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Food Batchmakers salaries?

    The median Food Batchmakers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 11.3% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Food Batchmakers (10th percentile) earn around $34,490 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,710.