Cooks, Fast Food Salary (2025)
Based on 641,070 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $22,580 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $27,260 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $30,890 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $37,260 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $42,910 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$23K
25th
$27K
Median
$31K
75th
$37K
90th
$43K
Highest Paying States for Cooks, Fast Food
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $43,710 |
| Hawaii | $41,670 |
| California | $41,490 |
| Washington | $41,420 |
| New Hampshire | $40,390 |
| Massachusetts | $40,080 |
| Oregon | $39,310 |
| Colorado | $38,400 |
| Vermont | $37,110 |
| New York | $36,800 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Cooks, Fast Food salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $43,710 per year, while New York has an average of $36,800 — a difference of $6,910. 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 Cooks, Fast Food
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 641,070 workers were employed as Cooks, Fast Foods in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $32,390 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 35-2011