Packers and Packagers, Hand Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $17.44
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $13.41 |
| 25th | $15.49 |
| Median | $17.44 |
| 75th | $20.70 |
| 90th | $22.65 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do packers and packagers, hand make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $17.44; the mean hourly wage is $18.05.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for packers and packagers, hand?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $13.41 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for packers and packagers, hand?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $22.65 per hour.