Food Service Managers Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,340 -10.7% vs national
Median hourly $28.05
10th percentile $33,840
90th percentile $79,070
Employed locally 250
National median $65,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,840
    25th
    $45,800
    50th (median)
    $58,340
    75th
    $72,780
    90th
    $79,070

    Top-paying metros for Food Service Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $97,060
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $95,540
    Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $94,720
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $94,720
    Bellingham, WA $93,610
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $93,090

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers$86,880
    Medical and Health Services Managers$99,070
    Financial Managers$117,470
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$98,180
    Industrial Production Managers$99,540
    Sales Managers$112,250

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Service Managers make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Food Service Managers in Central Pennsylvania is $28.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.51 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Food Service Managers salaries?

    The median Food Service Managers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 10.7% below the national median of $65,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Food Service Managers in Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Food Service Managers (10th percentile) earn around $33,840 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,800.