How much does a food preparation worker make in Vermont?
$36,550a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation workers in Vermont. That is $17.57 an hour or $3,046 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.57
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,840Median: $36,550Highest 10%: $49,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,840 | $15.31 | |
| 25th | $35,220 | $16.93 | |
| Median | $36,550 | $17.57 | |
| 75th | $42,920 | $20.63 | |
| 90th | $49,020 | $23.57 |
Cities in Vermont
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Burlington, VT | $37,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation workers.
| 9. New Hampshire | $36,780 |
| 10. Arizona | $36,750 |
| 11. Connecticut | $36,650 |
| 12. Vermont | $36,550 |
| 13. Wyoming | $36,110 |
| 14. Maine | $36,030 |
| 15. Delaware | $35,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation worker make an hour in Vermont?
The median hourly pay in Vermont is $17.57 ($36,550 a year).
Do food preparation workers make more in Vermont than the national average?
Yes: $36,550 against $35,320 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Vermont rank for food preparation worker pay?
Vermont ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in Vermont pays food preparation workers the most?
Burlington-South Burlington, VT, with a median of $37,040 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.