How much does a fast food and counter worker make in Virginia?
$30,110a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in Virginia. That is $14.48 an hour or $2,509 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.48
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 104,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,130Median: $30,110Highest 10%: $37,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,130 | $13.04 | |
| 25th | $28,230 | $13.57 | |
| Median | $30,110 | $14.48 | |
| 75th | $34,650 | $16.66 | |
| 90th | $37,550 | $18.05 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $34,600 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $30,150 |
| Richmond, VA | $29,500 |
| Staunton, VA | $29,310 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $29,240 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $28,780 |
| Winchester, VA | $28,360 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $28,300 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $28,220 |
| Roanoke, VA | $27,720 |
| Kingsport, TN | $26,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fast food and counter workers.
| 20. Minnesota | $31,370 |
| 21. Delaware | $31,300 |
| 22. Missouri | $30,390 |
| 23. Virginia | $30,110 |
| 24. North Dakota | $30,080 |
| 25. South Dakota | $29,490 |
| 26. Montana | $29,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $14.48 ($30,110 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $30,110 against $31,200 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Virginia rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
Virginia ranks 23 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia 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.