How much does a fast food and counter worker make in Georgia?
$26,920a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in Georgia. That is $12.94 an hour or $2,243 a month.
- Hourly
- $12.94
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 145,030
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $20,910Median: $26,920Highest 10%: $36,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $20,910 | $10.05 | |
| 25th | $22,480 | $10.81 | |
| Median | $26,920 | $12.94 | |
| 75th | $29,640 | $14.25 | |
| 90th | $36,110 | $17.36 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $27,780 |
| Savannah, GA | $27,460 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $27,140 |
| Rome, GA | $26,890 |
| Brunswick, GA | $26,770 |
| Gainesville, GA | $26,690 |
| Augusta, GA | $26,620 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $26,610 |
| Hinesville, GA | $25,210 |
| Macon, GA | $25,000 |
| Athens, GA | $24,220 |
| Dalton, GA | $23,400 |
| Columbus, GA | $23,300 |
| Valdosta, GA | $23,100 |
| Albany, GA | $22,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fast food and counter workers.
| 42. South Carolina | $27,520 |
| 43. Tennessee | $27,470 |
| 44. Kentucky | $27,130 |
| 45. Georgia | $26,920 |
| 46. Arkansas | $26,250 |
| 47. West Virginia | $26,070 |
| 48. Alabama | $23,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $12.94 ($26,920 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $26,920 against $31,200 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Georgia rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
Georgia ranks 45 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays fast food and counter workers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $27,780 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.