Packers and Packagers, Hand Salary (2025)
Based on 559,820 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,890 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $32,220 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $36,280 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $43,060 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $47,100 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$28K
25th
$32K
Median
$36K
75th
$43K
90th
$47K
Highest Paying States for Packers and Packagers, Hand
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Colorado | $42,580 |
| Alaska | $42,420 |
| District of Columbia | $41,930 |
| New Jersey | $41,750 |
| Washington | $41,600 |
| Minnesota | $41,430 |
| Kansas | $41,330 |
| Delaware | $40,750 |
| Nebraska | $40,350 |
| Vermont | $40,180 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Packers and Packagers, Hand salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Colorado at an average of $42,580 per year, while Vermont has an average of $40,180 — a difference of $2,400. 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 Packers and Packagers, Hand
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 559,820 workers were employed as Packers and Packagers, Hands in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $37,540 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-7064