How much does a fast food and counter worker make in California?
$42,280a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in California. That is $20.33 an hour or $3,523 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.33
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 449,840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,530Median: $42,280Highest 10%: $47,950
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,530 | $17.08 | |
| 25th | $36,790 | $17.69 | |
| Median | $42,280 | $20.33 | |
| 75th | $44,970 | $21.62 | |
| 90th | $47,950 | $23.05 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Napa, CA | $45,410 |
| San Jose, CA | $44,570 |
| Vallejo, CA | $44,110 |
| San Francisco, CA | $43,870 |
| Santa Rosa, CA | $43,610 |
| Santa Cruz, CA | $43,400 |
| Salinas, CA | $43,260 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $42,940 |
| Sacramento, CA | $42,860 |
| Modesto, CA | $42,630 |
| Oxnard, CA | $42,370 |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | $42,350 |
| Riverside, CA | $42,280 |
| San Diego, CA | $42,190 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $42,110 |
| Hanford, CA | $42,060 |
| Yuba City, CA | $42,040 |
| Stockton, CA | $41,740 |
| Fresno, CA | $39,480 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $39,470 |
| Redding, CA | $39,160 |
| El Centro, CA | $38,840 |
| Visalia, CA | $38,600 |
| Chico, CA | $38,210 |
| Merced, CA | $38,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fast food and counter workers.
| 1. California | $42,280 |
| 2. Washington | $37,710 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $37,430 |
| 4. Colorado | $36,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $20.33 ($42,280 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $42,280 against $31,200 nationally, 36% more.
Where does California rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
California ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in California pays fast food and counter workers the most?
Napa, CA, with a median of $45,410 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.