How much does a food processing worker make in Washington?
$43,980a year
Median yearly pay for food processing workers in Washington. That is $21.14 an hour or $3,665 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.14
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 920
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,700Median: $43,980Highest 10%: $48,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,700 | $20.05 | |
| 25th | $43,980 | $21.14 | |
| Median | $43,980 | $21.14 | |
| 75th | $44,990 | $21.63 | |
| 90th | $48,880 | $23.50 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Longview, WA | $50,500 |
| Seattle, WA | $47,800 |
| Yakima, WA | $44,990 |
| Kennewick, WA | $41,340 |
| Portland, OR | $36,640 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food processing workers.
| 6. Arizona | $45,330 |
| 7. North Dakota | $45,120 |
| 8. Missouri | $44,050 |
| 9. Washington | $43,980 |
| 10. Vermont | $43,300 |
| 11. Massachusetts | $43,200 |
| 12. New York | $42,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food processing worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $21.14 ($43,980 a year).
Do food processing workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $43,980 against $39,680 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Washington rank for food processing worker pay?
Washington ranks 9 of 46 states.
Which city in Washington pays food processing workers the most?
Longview-Kelso, WA, with a median of $50,500 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.