BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Food Preparation Workers in Kentucky earn between $20,900 and $37,830, with a mean of $28,760. The national average for this role is $35,285.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | $28,760 |
| National Average | $35,285 |
| Washington | $42,660 |
| Hawaii | $41,670 |
| California | $41,480 |
| District of Columbia | $41,350 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Kentucky. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.