Food Service Managers Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,490 -15% vs national
Median hourly $26.68
10th percentile $34,520
90th percentile $80,410
Employed locally 250
National median $65,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,520
    25th
    $45,060
    50th (median)
    $55,490
    75th
    $71,520
    90th
    $80,410

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers$76,320
    Medical and Health Services Managers$100,610
    Financial Managers$99,980
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$98,090
    Industrial Production Managers$105,350
    Education Administrators, Postsecondary$98,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Service Managers make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Food Service Managers in Southern Ohio is $26.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.04 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Food Service Managers salaries?

    The median Food Service Managers salary in Southern Ohio is 15% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Food Service Managers (10th percentile) earn around $34,520 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,060.