New Jersey Median
$34,150
per year
Hourly Rate
$16.42
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+9% vs US median
US median $31,200
State Rank
#13 of 51
93,730 employed here
How much do Fast Food and Counter Workers make in New Jersey?
Fast Food and Counter Workers in New Jersey take home a median of $34,150 annually — roughly $16.42 an hour — which runs 9% above the national median of $31,200.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $32,220 while the top 10% make $39,130 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $32,220 and $36,150 a year.
Fast Food and Counter Workers salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
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| 10th percentile (entry level) | $32,220 | $15.49 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $32,220 | $15.49 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $34,150 | $16.42 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $36,150 | $17.38 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $39,130 | $18.81 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 13th out of 51 states and territories for Fast Food and Counter Workers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Fast Food and Counter Workers salary in other states
California $42,280Washington $37,710District of Columbia $37,430Colorado $36,270Vermont $36,030Massachusetts $35,850Connecticut $35,380Hawaii $35,250New York $35,250Oregon $35,050Maine $34,710Arizona $34,230Illinois $33,910Maryland $33,660Alaska $33,280Nevada $31,950New Hampshire $31,590Rhode Island $31,490Minnesota $31,370Delaware $31,300Missouri $30,390Virginia $30,110North Dakota $30,080South Dakota $29,490Montana $29,090Florida $29,080Nebraska $29,000Idaho $28,940Michigan $28,930Indiana $28,790New Mexico $28,700Utah $28,670Wisconsin $28,600North Carolina $28,570Pennsylvania $28,570Ohio $28,430Iowa $28,390Wyoming $27,860Texas $27,740Kansas $27,580South Carolina $27,520Tennessee $27,470Kentucky $27,130Georgia $26,920Arkansas $26,250West Virginia $26,070Alabama $23,700Oklahoma $23,430Louisiana $22,800Mississippi $22,610
Working as Fast Food and Counter Workers in New Jersey
Nationally, about 3,854,000 people work as Fast Food and Counter Workers in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.
Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($34,150) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Fast Food and Counter Workers make in New Jersey?
The median Fast Food and Counter Workers salary in New Jersey is $34,150 per year, or about $16.42 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $32,220 at the entry level to $39,130 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Fast Food and Counter Workers about 9% more than the national median of $31,200. New Jersey ranks 13th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Fast Food and Counter Workers?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $34,150 a year. About 93,730 Fast Food and Counter Workers are employed in New Jersey. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.