How much does a food processing worker make in Florida?
$41,390a year
Median yearly pay for food processing workers in Florida. That is $19.90 an hour or $3,449 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.90
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,360Median: $41,390Highest 10%: $55,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,360 | $17.96 | |
| 25th | $38,090 | $18.31 | |
| Median | $41,390 | $19.90 | |
| 75th | $48,230 | $23.19 | |
| 90th | $55,560 | $26.71 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jacksonville, FL | $43,430 |
| Miami, FL | $41,740 |
| Deltona, FL | $39,800 |
| Tampa, FL | $39,670 |
| Orlando, FL | $39,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food processing workers.
| 16. Iowa | $41,740 |
| 17. Pennsylvania | $41,620 |
| 18. Utah | $41,400 |
| 19. Florida | $41,390 |
| 20. Indiana | $41,250 |
| 21. Wisconsin | $40,590 |
| 22. Texas | $40,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food processing worker make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $19.90 ($41,390 a year).
Do food processing workers make more in Florida than the national average?
Yes: $41,390 against $39,680 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Florida rank for food processing worker pay?
Florida ranks 19 of 46 states.
Which city in Florida pays food processing workers the most?
Jacksonville, FL, with a median of $43,430 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.