How much does a fast food and counter worker make in Massachusetts?
$35,850a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in Massachusetts. That is $17.24 an hour or $2,988 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.24
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 85,810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,290Median: $35,850Highest 10%: $38,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,290 | $15.04 | |
| 25th | $33,770 | $16.24 | |
| Median | $35,850 | $17.24 | |
| 75th | $36,980 | $17.78 | |
| 90th | $38,700 | $18.61 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $36,290 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $36,100 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $34,680 |
| Worcester, MA | $34,610 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $34,350 |
| Springfield, MA | $34,130 |
| Providence, RI | $33,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fast food and counter workers.
| 3. District of Columbia | $37,430 |
| 4. Colorado | $36,270 |
| 5. Vermont | $36,030 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $35,850 |
| 7. Connecticut | $35,380 |
| 8. Hawaii | $35,250 |
| 9. New York | $35,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $17.24 ($35,850 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $35,850 against $31,200 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays fast food and counter workers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $36,290 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.