Butchers and Meat Cutters Salary (2025)
Based on 136,430 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $29,460 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,510 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $40,140 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $48,050 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $58,110 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$36K
Median
$40K
75th
$48K
90th
$58K
Highest Paying States for Butchers and Meat Cutters
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $52,570 |
| Alaska | $51,900 |
| Hawaii | $50,960 |
| Oregon | $49,610 |
| District of Columbia | $49,360 |
| Massachusetts | $49,210 |
| New York | $49,210 |
| New Hampshire | $48,100 |
| Delaware | $47,830 |
| Colorado | $47,050 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Butchers and Meat Cutters salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $52,570 per year, while Colorado has an average of $47,050 — a difference of $5,520. 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 Butchers and Meat Cutters
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 136,430 workers were employed as Butchers and Meat Cutterss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $42,380 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-3021