Food Preparation Workers Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Food Preparation Workers in New Jersey earn a median salary of $34,210 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +-0% vs the national median of $34,220. An estimated 2,730 food preparation workers are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $33,280 to $35,050 depending on location.
$34,210
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$35,050
Highest paying metro
$33,280
Lowest paying metro
2,730
Employed in New Jersey
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Food Preparation Workers salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | $35,050 | $31,490 | $37,050 | 1,140 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $34,300 | $31,470 | $37,660 | 1,220 |
| Vineland, NJ | $33,280 | $31,470 | $35,360 | 370 |