How much does a food preparation worker make in Georgia?
$35,250a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation workers in Georgia. That is $16.95 an hour or $2,938 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.95
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 26,450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,840Median: $35,250Highest 10%: $40,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,840 | $11.94 | |
| 25th | $29,610 | $14.24 | |
| Median | $35,250 | $16.95 | |
| 75th | $37,700 | $18.13 | |
| 90th | $40,390 | $19.42 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $36,090 |
| Gainesville, GA | $34,950 |
| Savannah, GA | $34,130 |
| Augusta, GA | $32,090 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $31,830 |
| Macon, GA | $31,550 |
| Athens, GA | $31,190 |
| Albany, GA | $30,740 |
| Hinesville, GA | $30,690 |
| Brunswick, GA | $30,640 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $30,300 |
| Dalton, GA | $30,100 |
| Rome, GA | $29,450 |
| Columbus, GA | $29,030 |
| Valdosta, GA | $29,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation workers.
| 19. New Jersey | $35,540 |
| 20. Maryland | $35,500 |
| 21. Rhode Island | $35,470 |
| 22. Georgia | $35,250 |
| 23. Nebraska | $35,210 |
| 24. Virginia | $34,900 |
| 25. Illinois | $34,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation worker make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $16.95 ($35,250 a year).
Do food preparation workers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $35,250 against $35,320 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Georgia rank for food preparation worker pay?
Georgia ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays food preparation workers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $36,090 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.