All food processing workers not listed separately.
Food Processing Workers, All Other
SOC: 51-3099 O*NET: 51-3099.00
Median Salary
$38,420
per year
Job Growth
📈 5.3%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
6.5
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All food processing workers not listed separately.
What does a Food Processing Workers, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$30,290
10th percentile
Early Career
$35,360
25th percentile
Median
$38,420
50th percentile
Experienced
$43,020
75th percentile
Top Earners
$47,470
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$30,290
25th
$35,360
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$38,420
Mean: $39,260
75th
$43,020
90th
$47,470
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $17,180 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $35,360 and $43,020
- •Salary spread is 19.9% around the median, showing low variation
- •Total national employment: 57,920 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:58,700
Top Industries
Manufacturing69.7%
Food Manufacturing68.6%
Animal Slaughtering and Processing36.8%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+5.3%
Annual Openings:6,500
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)58,700
Current
2034 (Projected)61,800
+5.3%
+3,100
Employment Change
+5.3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Food Processing Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 47 locations
California
7,560 jobs$38,3001.11x
Texas
6,050 jobs$39,1101.16x
North Carolina
4,440 jobs$36,0802.41x
Louisiana
3,700 jobs$30,2905.15x
Iowa
3,070 jobs$40,5705.23x
Illinois
2,550 jobs$40,3101.12x
Tennessee
2,460 jobs$42,0302.00x
Maryland
1,970 jobs$36,9501.91x
Virginia
1,880 jobs$36,8101.23x
Georgia
1,880 jobs$36,1701.03x
Minnesota
1,830 jobs$39,9401.67x
Ohio
1,770 jobs$37,8000.85x
Arkansas
1,500 jobs$36,0703.09x
Kansas
1,420 jobs$45,0702.64x
Nebraska
1,090 jobs$44,9802.86x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Food Processing Workers, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Food Processing Workers, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves