How much does a fast food and counter worker make in Portland?
$35,300a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $16.97 an hour or $2,942 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.97
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 48 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 8,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,190Median: $35,300Highest 10%: $42,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,190 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $33,850 | $16.27 | |
| Median | $35,300 | $16.97 | |
| 75th | $37,560 | $18.06 | |
| 90th | $42,990 | $20.67 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers.
| Lewiston, ME | $34,720 |
| Bangor, ME | $34,140 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Chef and Head Cook | $57,380 |
| Bartender | $54,170 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Worker | $49,880 |
| Cook | $47,000 |
| Cook | $46,560 |
| Waiter and Waitress | $44,070 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendant and Bartender Helper | $39,170 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $37,260 |
| Food Server | $37,200 |
| Host and Hostess | $37,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $16.97 ($35,300 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $35,300 against $31,200 nationally, 13% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $34,710, so Portland pays 2% more.
Where does Portland rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
48 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a fast food and counter worker make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,190 or less a year; the top 10% make $42,990 or more.
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.