What is the average hourly wage for Cooks, Fast Food?

The median hourly wage for Cooks, Fast Food is $13.79 per hour. This translates to approximately $28,690 per year working full-time.

What states pay Cooks, Fast Food the most?

Salaries for Cooks, Fast Food vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a cooks, fast food?

Typical education required: No formal credential.

Cooks, Fast Food Salary

Name: Cooks, Fast Food Salary Data
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$28,690

$13.79 / hour

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Salary Range

$15,206 - $49,347

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

577,060

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Cooks, Fast Food Salary by Percentile

$15,206 $49,347

10th pct Median: $28,690 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$15,206	$7.31
25th Percentile	$20,657	$9.93
50th (Median)	$28,690	$13.79
75th Percentile	$39,592	$19.03
90th (Top Earners)	$49,347	$23.72
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Cooks, Fast Food

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$37,871	$18.21
2	California (CA)	$35,863	$17.24
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$35,002	$16.83
4	New York (NY)	$35,002	$16.83
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$34,428	$16.55
6	Connecticut (CT)	$33,854	$16.28
7	Maryland (MD)	$33,854	$16.28
8	Hawaii (HI)	$32,994	$15.86
9	Alaska (AK)	$32,133	$15.45
10	Washington (WA)	$32,133	$15.45
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Cooks, Fast Food

Cooks, Fast Food work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the food service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: No formal credential

Job Outlook for Cooks, Fast Food

Projected Growth

+7%

2022-2032

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,505,900

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Cooks, Fast Food make?

The median annual salary for Cooks, Fast Food is $28,690 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $15,206, while the top 10% earn $49,347 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Cooks, Fast Food?

Cooks, Fast Food earn a median hourly wage of $13.79 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $28,690 annually.

Is Cooks, Fast Food a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $28,690, Cooks, Fast Food represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Cooks, Fast Food need?

Typical entry-level education: No formal credential. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.