How much does a food processing worker make in Idaho?
$46,820a year
Median yearly pay for food processing workers in Idaho. That is $22.51 an hour or $3,902 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.51
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,130Median: $46,820Highest 10%: $55,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,130 | $18.33 | |
| 25th | $40,200 | $19.33 | |
| Median | $46,820 | $22.51 | |
| 75th | $55,650 | $26.75 | |
| 90th | $55,660 | $26.76 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Logan, UT | $43,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food processing workers.
| 1. Colorado | $46,930 |
| 2. Idaho | $46,820 |
| 3. Kansas | $46,060 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $45,410 |
| 5. Illinois | $45,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food processing worker make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $22.51 ($46,820 a year).
Do food processing workers make more in Idaho than the national average?
Yes: $46,820 against $39,680 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Idaho rank for food processing worker pay?
Idaho ranks 2 of 46 states.
Which city in Idaho pays food processing workers the most?
Logan, UT-ID, with a median of $43,010 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.