Slaughterers and Meat Packers
SOC code 51-3023 · Production Occupations
National employment
69,950
Mean annual wage
$41,770
Mean hourly wage
$20.08
Median annual wage
$40,130
Median hourly wage
$19.29
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $33,340 | $16.03 |
| 25th percentile | $36,150 | $17.38 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $40,130 | $19.29 |
| 75th percentile | $46,870 | $22.54 |
| 90th percentile | $51,090 | $24.56 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.