Food Batchmaker Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Food Batchmakers in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$38,470
per year
Hourly Rate
$18.50
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-9% vs US median
US median $42,290
State Rank
#34 of 50
8,460 employed here

How much does a Food Batchmaker make in New York?

Food Batchmakers in New York take home a median of $38,470 annually — roughly $18.50 an hour — which runs 9% below the national median of $42,290.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $33,040 while the top 10% make $53,560 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $35,740 and $43,690 a year.

Food Batchmaker salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$33,040$15.88
25th percentile (early career)$35,740$17.18
50th percentile (median)$38,470$18.50
75th percentile (experienced)$43,690$21.00
90th percentile (top earners)$53,560$25.75

How New York compares

New York ranks 34th out of 50 states and territories for Food Batchmaker pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Vermont$50,180
2Idaho$49,570
3Wisconsin$48,360
4Iowa$48,300
5Illinois$48,130

Working as a Food Batchmaker in New York

Nationally, about 175,000 people work as Food Batchmakers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($38,470) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Food Batchmaker make in New York?
The median Food Batchmaker salary in New York is $38,470 per year, or about $18.50 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $33,040 at the entry level to $53,560 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Food Batchmakers about 9% less than the national median of $42,290. New York ranks 34th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Food Batchmakers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $38,470 a year. About 8,460 Food Batchmakers are employed in New York. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.