Pack or package by hand a wide variety of products and materials.
Packers and Packagers, Hand
SOC: 53-7064 O*NET: 53-7064.00
Median Salary
$35,580
per year
Job Growth
📉 -5.4%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
74
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Pack or package by hand a wide variety of products and materials.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$21,348
25th
$28,464
50th (Median)
$35,580
75th
$42,696
90th
$53,370
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:591,800
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-5.4%
Annual Openings:74,000
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)591,800
Current
2034 (Projected)559,700
-5.4%
-32,200
Employment Change
-5.4%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Production and Processing
✓
Customer and Personal Service
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Job Training
Training of a few months to a year