Bakers Salary (2025)
Based on 236,200 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $28,120 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $32,660 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $37,160 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $44,360 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $49,020 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$28K
25th
$33K
Median
$37K
75th
$44K
90th
$49K
Highest Paying States for Bakers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $48,390 |
| Washington | $46,720 |
| District of Columbia | $45,380 |
| California | $44,130 |
| Alaska | $44,070 |
| Colorado | $43,240 |
| Vermont | $42,830 |
| Minnesota | $42,120 |
| New York | $42,010 |
| Rhode Island | $42,010 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Bakers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $48,390 per year, while Rhode Island has an average of $42,010 — a difference of $6,380. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Bakers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 236,200 workers were employed as Bakerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $38,480 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-3011