Slaughterers and Meat Packers Salary (2025)
Based on 69,950 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,340 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $36,150 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $40,130 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $46,870 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $51,090 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$33K
25th
$36K
Median
$40K
75th
$47K
90th
$51K
Highest Paying States for Slaughterers and Meat Packers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Arizona | $52,630 |
| Colorado | $51,010 |
| Nebraska | $48,600 |
| Kansas | $47,870 |
| Michigan | $47,090 |
| Washington | $46,980 |
| Montana | $46,130 |
| North Dakota | $45,420 |
| New Jersey | $45,040 |
| New Hampshire | $45,010 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Slaughterers and Meat Packers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Arizona at an average of $52,630 per year, while New Hampshire has an average of $45,010 — a difference of $7,620. 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 Slaughterers and Meat Packers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 69,950 workers were employed as Slaughterers and Meat Packerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $41,770 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-3023