Food Preparation Workers Salary in South Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $29,290 -14.4% vs national
Median hourly $14.08
10th percentile $23,420
90th percentile $35,070
Employed locally 1,180
National median $34,220

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,420
    25th
    $26,710
    50th (median)
    $29,290
    75th
    $31,600
    90th
    $35,070

    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 South Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$22,820
    Waiters and Waitresses$20,690
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$34,970
    Cooks, Restaurant$29,390
    Dishwashers$25,440
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$28,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Preparation Workers make per hour in South Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Food Preparation Workers in South Georgia is $14.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.85 or more per hour.

    Is South Georgia above or below average for Food Preparation Workers salaries?

    The median Food Preparation Workers salary in South Georgia is 14.4% 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 South Georgia?

    Entry-level Food Preparation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $23,420 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,710.