Food Preparation Workers Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Food Preparation Workers in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $36,220 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +5.8% vs the national median of $34,220. An estimated 14,120 food preparation workers are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $36,220 to $36,220 depending on location.

$36,220 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$36,220 Highest paying metro
$36,220 Lowest paying metro
14,120 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Food Preparation Workers salaries by city in District of Columbia

      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $36,220 $32,180 $39,040 14,120

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