Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders
SOC code 51-3093 · Production Occupations
National employment
31,250
Mean annual wage
$42,570
Mean hourly wage
$20.47
Median annual wage
$41,590
Median hourly wage
$20.00
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $31,680 | $15.23 |
| 25th percentile | $36,190 | $17.40 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $41,590 | $20.00 |
| 75th percentile | $47,380 | $22.78 |
| 90th percentile | $54,410 | $26.16 |
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.