Food Preparation Workers Salary in Deltona, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL

Median annual salary $34,880 +1.9% vs national
Median hourly $16.77
10th percentile $27,080
90th percentile $39,900
Employed locally 2,110
National median $34,220

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,080
    25th
    $29,520
    50th (median)
    $34,880
    75th
    $36,490
    90th
    $39,900

    Deltona economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,599 2023 • Census ACS
    Food Preparation Workers salary vs area income 52% Median Food Preparation Workers salary is 48% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Preparation Workers in Deltona, FL is $16.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Preparation Workers salary in Deltona, FL is 1.9% 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 Deltona?

    Entry-level Food Preparation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $27,080 per year in Deltona, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,520.