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Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders
National salary overview and state-by-state comparison for 2024.
United States National Average
Average Annual
$41,930
Median Annual
$40,550
Total Workforce
27,660
Highest Paying States
| Rank | State | Avg Salary | Job Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Modesto, CA | $65,430 | 150 |
| #2 | Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area | $56,540 | 30 |
| #3 | Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area | $56,050 | 90 |
| #4 | Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $54,090 | 100 |
| #5 | Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $52,740 | 70 |
| #6 | Rochester, NY | $51,080 | 110 |
| #7 | Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $50,620 | 90 |
| #8 | Boise City, ID | $50,120 | 450 |
| #9 | Colorado | $49,940 | 240 |
| #10 | Fresno, CA | $49,840 | 130 |
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