Fast Food and Counter Workers Salary in Bismarck, ND

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bismarck, ND

Median annual salary $29,940 -1.8% vs national
Median hourly $14.40
10th percentile $22,020
90th percentile $35,760
Employed locally 2,270
National median $30,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,020
    25th
    $28,880
    50th (median)
    $29,940
    75th
    $33,360
    90th
    $35,760

    Bismarck economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $83,982 2023 • Census ACS
    Fast Food and Counter Workers salary vs area income 36% Median Fast Food and Counter Workers salary is 64% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Fast Food and Counter Workers make per hour in Bismarck?

    The median hourly wage for Fast Food and Counter Workers in Bismarck, ND is $14.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.02 or more per hour.

    Is Bismarck above or below average for Fast Food and Counter Workers salaries?

    The median Fast Food and Counter Workers salary in Bismarck, ND is 1.8% below the national median of $30,480. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Fast Food and Counter Workers in Bismarck?

    Entry-level Fast Food and Counter Workers (10th percentile) earn around $22,020 per year in Bismarck, ND. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,880.