Food Preparation Workers Salary in East North Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,140 -9% vs national
Median hourly $14.97
10th percentile $28,910
90th percentile $36,820
Employed locally 70
National median $34,220

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,910
    25th
    $30,230
    50th (median)
    $31,140
    75th
    $36,160
    90th
    $36,820

    Top-paying metros for Food Preparation Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $44,120
    Napa, CA $43,260
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $42,830
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $41,980
    Boulder, CO $41,490
    Greeley, CO $41,340

    Related occupations in East North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$30,410
    Bartenders$29,500
    Cooks, Restaurant$34,320
    Waiters and Waitresses$26,900
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$37,440
    Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$35,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Preparation Workers make per hour in East North Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Food Preparation Workers in East North Dakota is $14.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.22 or more per hour.

    Is East North Dakota above or below average for Food Preparation Workers salaries?

    The median Food Preparation Workers salary in East North Dakota is 9% below 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 East North Dakota?

    Entry-level Food Preparation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $28,910 per year in East North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,230.