How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make in Oregon?
$39,080a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation and serving related workers in Oregon. That is $18.79 an hour or $3,257 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.79
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,910Median: $39,080Highest 10%: $51,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,910 | $16.78 | |
| 25th | $37,050 | $17.81 | |
| Median | $39,080 | $18.79 | |
| 75th | $47,360 | $22.77 | |
| 90th | $51,290 | $24.66 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salem, OR | $49,900 |
| Bend, OR | $45,810 |
| Portland, OR | $38,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation and serving related workers.
| 1. Nebraska | $46,170 |
| 2. Hawaii | $43,540 |
| 3. Oregon | $39,080 |
| 4. Illinois | $38,880 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $38,580 |
| 6. New Hampshire | $38,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $18.79 ($39,080 a year).
Do food preparation and serving related workers make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $39,080 against $35,840 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Oregon rank for food preparation and serving related worker pay?
Oregon ranks 3 of 44 states.
Which city in Oregon pays food preparation and serving related workers the most?
Salem, OR, with a median of $49,900 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.