SOC 51-3092 · May 2025 · United States
Food Batchmakers
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Food Batchmakers across the United States is $42,290 per year, measured over 174,520 jobs. The highest state median is in Vermont, at $50,180.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Food Batchmakers
Pay for this occupation varies by 44.9% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Vermont pays $50,180 and Louisiana pays $34,620.
States with the most Food Batchmakers jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin | 18,040 | $48,360 | |
| 2 | Texas | 13,250 | $37,500 | |
| 3 | California | 12,560 | $41,670 | |
| 4 | Illinois | 12,320 | $48,130 | |
| 5 | New York | 8,460 | $38,470 | |
| 6 | Pennsylvania | 8,160 | $39,920 | |
| 7 | Minnesota | 7,660 | $42,940 | |
| 8 | Ohio | 7,040 | $44,590 | |
| 9 | Washington | 5,700 | $42,710 | |
| 10 | Indiana | 5,570 | $39,700 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cedar Rapids | $77,920 | 480 |
| 2 | Battle Creek | $75,370 | 270 |
| 3 | Harrisonburg | $66,330 | 200 |
| 4 | Lafayette | $60,680 | 150 |
| 5 | Binghamton | $60,670 | 80 |
| 6 | Decatur | $57,880 | 490 |
| 7 | Williamsport | $57,630 | 100 |
| 8 | Lexington | $56,730 | 490 |
| 9 | Topeka | $56,390 | 770 |
| 10 | Hickory | $53,160 | 180 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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