How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make in New Jersey?
$36,290a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation and serving related workers in New Jersey. That is $17.45 an hour or $3,024 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.45
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 3,780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,220Median: $36,290Highest 10%: $47,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,220 | $15.49 | |
| 25th | $33,410 | $16.06 | |
| Median | $36,290 | $17.45 | |
| 75th | $41,380 | $19.89 | |
| 90th | $47,730 | $22.95 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $43,350 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $41,180 |
| Vineland, NJ | $37,230 |
| Allentown, PA | $36,360 |
| New York, NY | $35,060 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $34,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation and serving related workers.
| 11. California | $36,910 |
| 12. Tennessee | $36,640 |
| 13. Connecticut | $36,320 |
| 14. New Jersey | $36,290 |
| 15. New Mexico | $36,250 |
| 16. Virginia | $35,870 |
| 17. Colorado | $35,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $17.45 ($36,290 a year).
Do food preparation and serving related workers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $36,290 against $35,840 nationally, 1% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for food preparation and serving related worker pay?
New Jersey ranks 14 of 44 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays food preparation and serving related workers the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $43,350 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.