How much does a food preparation worker make in Massachusetts?
$38,900a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation workers in Massachusetts. That is $18.70 an hour or $3,242 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.70
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,280Median: $38,900Highest 10%: $48,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,280 | $16.48 | |
| 25th | $36,060 | $17.34 | |
| Median | $38,900 | $18.70 | |
| 75th | $44,580 | $21.43 | |
| 90th | $48,420 | $23.28 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Amherst Town, MA | $40,140 |
| Boston, MA | $39,660 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $38,660 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $36,930 |
| Worcester, MA | $36,550 |
| Providence, RI | $36,250 |
| Springfield, MA | $36,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation workers.
| 2. District of Columbia | $39,600 |
| 3. California | $39,350 |
| 4. Colorado | $38,960 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $38,900 |
| 6. Hawaii | $38,160 |
| 7. Oregon | $37,450 |
| 8. North Dakota | $36,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation worker make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $18.70 ($38,900 a year).
Do food preparation workers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $38,900 against $35,320 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for food preparation worker pay?
Massachusetts ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays food preparation workers the most?
Amherst Town-Northampton, MA, with a median of $40,140 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.