Food processing workers, all other
All food processing workers not listed separately.
Food processing workers, all other all food processing workers not listed separately. The role reports a median annual salary of $38,420 in the US and is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Entry typically requires a No formal educational credential, and shows moderate AI exposure (0.53 on a 0-1 scale) — some tasks are being automated but the role adapts.
Pay in the UK
UK: median £28,243 a year for Food, drink and tobacco process operatives (ONS ASHE 2025, full-time)
Middle half of full-time jobs: £24,471 to £33,889 a year
UK jobs are grouped differently; this is the closest UK occupation group (ONS SOC 2020 8111). ONS rates this estimate precise. 2025 provisional figures; ONS revises them a year later. Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (Open Government Licence)
Pay in India (occupation group)
No official India pay figure for this career: it falls in more than one occupation group, and the Government of India's labour survey (PLFS) publishes pay only by occupation group.
Frequently asked questions
What does Food processing workers, all other do?
All food processing workers not listed separately.
How much does Food processing workers, all other earn?
The median annual salary for Food processing workers, all other in the US is $38,420.
What is the job outlook for Food processing workers, all other?
The role is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Current US employment is approximately 58,700 workers.
How do I become food processing workers, all other?
The typical entry education is a No formal educational credential. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.
Will AI replace Food processing workers, all other?
Our AI-durability model gives Food processing workers, all other a score of 0.53 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at moderate AI exposure — some tasks are being automated but the role adapts. Learning to work with AI tools rather than against them is the path forward.
How hard is it to enter this field?
Food processing workers, all other has low barrier to entry — generally accessible — you can enter with basic credentials and on-the-job learning.