Occupation ยท SOC 51-3023
Slaughterers and Meat Packers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of slaughterers and meat packers typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 67,500 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $39,790 ($19.13 an hour).
US employment
67,500
Median annual wage
$39,790
Mean annual wage
$40,710
Median hourly wage
$19.13
Education and training
Typical education
No formal educational credential
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $79,120 | $39,330 (+98.8%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California6,830
- 2. North Carolina5,750
- 3. Nebraska5,140
- 4. Texas4,430
- 5. Iowa4,040
- 6. Georgia4,000
- 7. Illinois3,730
- 8. Pennsylvania3,700
- 9. Minnesota3,190
- 10. Kansas2,430
States that pay the most
- 1. Nebraska$48,080
- 2. Arizona$47,470
- 3. Kansas$47,310
- 4. Washington$46,460
- 5. Montana$46,180
- 6. Missouri$44,730
- 7. Oklahoma$44,530
- 8. Iowa$44,400
- 9. Massachusetts$44,140
- 10. South Dakota$43,020
Median annual wage. Based on 48 states and territories with published figures.
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