Fast Food and Counter Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 3,854,050 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $22,840 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $27,700 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $31,200 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $36,070 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $42,650 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$23K
25th
$28K
Median
$31K
75th
$36K
90th
$43K
Highest Paying States for Fast Food and Counter Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $41,680 |
| Washington | $40,390 |
| District of Columbia | $39,840 |
| Vermont | $37,610 |
| New York | $36,920 |
| Colorado | $36,890 |
| Connecticut | $36,330 |
| Oregon | $36,200 |
| Maine | $35,880 |
| Massachusetts | $35,880 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Fast Food and Counter Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $41,680 per year, while Massachusetts has an average of $35,880 — a difference of $5,800. 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 Fast Food and Counter Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,854,050 workers were employed as Fast Food and Counter Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $32,150 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 35-3023