Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders

Occupation

$42,730
National Median Salary
$20.54
Median Hourly Wage
19,500
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$32,390
$36,610
$42,730
$48,680
$60,070

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+54.4%
10 Year Change
$27,680
2014 Median
$42,730
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders

Industry Annual Median Employment
Tobacco Manufacturing $59,280 940
Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing $59,280 960
Grain and Oilseed Milling $54,340 530
Dairy Product Manufacturing $47,730 930
Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging $47,570 40

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Top Paying States for Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders

State Annual Median Employment
Colorado $59,990 420
Maryland $53,940 160
North Dakota $52,080 30
North Carolina $51,810 760
Wisconsin $49,160 610

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