How much does a fast food and counter worker make in Washington?
$37,710a year
Median yearly pay for fast food and counter workers in Washington. That is $18.13 an hour or $3,143 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.13
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 94,710
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,050Median: $37,710Highest 10%: $47,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,050 | $16.85 | |
| 25th | $35,880 | $17.25 | |
| Median | $37,710 | $18.13 | |
| 75th | $44,240 | $21.27 | |
| 90th | $47,860 | $23.01 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $39,150 |
| Bremerton, WA | $37,080 |
| Bellingham, WA | $37,030 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $36,890 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $36,450 |
| Kennewick, WA | $36,410 |
| Olympia, WA | $36,110 |
| Longview, WA | $36,020 |
| Yakima, WA | $35,830 |
| Spokane, WA | $35,780 |
| Portland, OR | $35,620 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $35,020 |
| Lewiston, ID | $34,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fast food and counter workers.
| 1. California | $42,280 |
| 2. Washington | $37,710 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $37,430 |
| 4. Colorado | $36,270 |
| 5. Vermont | $36,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fast food and counter worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $18.13 ($37,710 a year).
Do fast food and counter workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $37,710 against $31,200 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Washington rank for fast food and counter worker pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays fast food and counter workers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $39,150 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.