How much does a fast food and counter worker make in Colorado?
$36,270a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in Colorado. That is $17.44 an hour or $3,023 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.44
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 82,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,040Median: $36,270Highest 10%: $44,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,040 | $14.92 | |
| 25th | $33,900 | $16.30 | |
| Median | $36,270 | $17.44 | |
| 75th | $37,710 | $18.13 | |
| 90th | $44,100 | $21.20 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $37,070 |
| Boulder, CO | $36,190 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $34,850 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $34,420 |
| Greeley, CO | $33,030 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $31,510 |
| Pueblo, CO | $31,100 |
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 |
| 5. Vermont | $36,030 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $35,850 |
| 7. Connecticut | $35,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $17.44 ($36,270 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $36,270 against $31,200 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Colorado rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
Colorado ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Colorado pays fast food and counter workers the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $37,070 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.