How much does a fast food and counter worker make in Maryland?
$33,660a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in Maryland. That is $16.18 an hour or $2,805 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.18
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 49,380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $33,660Highest 10%: $37,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $31,280 | $15.04 | |
| Median | $33,660 | $16.18 | |
| 75th | $35,600 | $17.12 | |
| 90th | $37,390 | $17.98 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $34,600 |
| Baltimore, MD | $33,090 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $32,240 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $32,220 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $31,200 |
| Salisbury, MD | $31,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fast food and counter workers.
| 12. Arizona | $34,230 |
| 13. New Jersey | $34,150 |
| 14. Illinois | $33,910 |
| 15. Maryland | $33,660 |
| 16. Alaska | $33,280 |
| 17. Nevada | $31,950 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $31,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $16.18 ($33,660 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $33,660 against $31,200 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Maryland rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
Maryland ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays fast food and counter workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $34,600 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.