Food Preparation Workers Salary in District of Columbia
Food Preparation Workers in District of Columbia earn a median of $39,600 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $39,600
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($35,320)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,970
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,510; the top 10% earn over $45,370. Nationally the range is $25,810 to $45,340.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Cooks, Fast Food$44,670 median in District of Columbia
- Butchers and Meat Cutters$48,760 median in District of Columbia
- Cooks, Short Order$42,450 median in District of Columbia
- Cooks, Restaurant$46,130 median in District of Columbia
- Bakers$44,040 median in District of Columbia
- Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners$42,260 median in District of Columbia
Food Preparation Workers pay in District of Columbia
How much do food preparation workers make in District of Columbia?
The median is $39,600 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,510 and the top 10% earn over $45,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for food preparation workers?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+12% vs. the national median of $35,320). Living costs are not included.