Food Preparation Workers Salary in Bozeman, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bozeman, MT

Median annual salary $35,720 +4.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.17
10th percentile $29,800
90th percentile $44,150
Employed locally 460
National median $34,220

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,800
    25th
    $31,720
    50th (median)
    $35,720
    75th
    $37,830
    90th
    $44,150

    Bozeman economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,454 2023 • Census ACS
    Food Preparation Workers salary vs area income 41% Median Food Preparation Workers salary is 59% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Preparation Workers make per hour in Bozeman?

    The median hourly wage for Food Preparation Workers in Bozeman, MT is $17.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.21 or more per hour.

    Is Bozeman above or below average for Food Preparation Workers salaries?

    The median Food Preparation Workers salary in Bozeman, MT is 4.4% above the national median of $34,220. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Food Preparation Workers in Bozeman?

    Entry-level Food Preparation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,800 per year in Bozeman, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,720.