Fast Food and Counter Workers Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,940 +14.6% vs national
Median hourly $16.80
10th percentile $30,140
90th percentile $43,810
Employed locally 2,890
National median $30,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,140
    25th
    $30,510
    50th (median)
    $34,940
    75th
    $36,740
    90th
    $43,810

    Top-paying metros for Fast Food and Counter Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $42,660
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $40,470
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $38,310
    Napa, CA $38,270
    District of Columbia $38,240
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $38,090

    Related occupations in Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Waiters and Waitresses$36,450
    Cooks, Restaurant$38,290
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$54,910
    Bartenders$35,100
    Dishwashers$35,710
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$35,720

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Fast Food and Counter Workers in Northwest Colorado is $16.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.76 or more per hour.

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

    The median Fast Food and Counter Workers salary in Northwest Colorado is 14.6% above 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Fast Food and Counter Workers (10th percentile) earn around $30,140 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,510.