How much does a fast food and counter worker make in New Jersey?
$34,150a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in New Jersey. That is $16.42 an hour or $2,846 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.42
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 93,730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,220Median: $34,150Highest 10%: $39,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,220 | $15.49 | |
| 25th | $32,220 | $15.49 | |
| Median | $34,150 | $16.42 | |
| 75th | $36,150 | $17.38 | |
| 90th | $39,130 | $18.81 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $35,420 |
| Trenton, NJ | $34,720 |
| Vineland, NJ | $33,550 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $33,270 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $32,220 |
| Allentown, PA | $29,090 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fast food and counter workers.
| 10. Oregon | $35,050 |
| 11. Maine | $34,710 |
| 12. Arizona | $34,230 |
| 13. New Jersey | $34,150 |
| 14. Illinois | $33,910 |
| 15. Maryland | $33,660 |
| 16. Alaska | $33,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $16.42 ($34,150 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $34,150 against $31,200 nationally, 9% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
New Jersey ranks 13 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays fast food and counter workers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $35,420 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.