Fast Food and Counter Workers Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,740 -5.7% vs national
Median hourly $13.82
10th percentile $26,340
90th percentile $35,680
Employed locally 2,350
National median $30,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,340
    25th
    $27,400
    50th (median)
    $28,740
    75th
    $30,880
    90th
    $35,680

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Waiters and Waitresses$29,630
    Cooks, Restaurant$36,990
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$44,390
    Bartenders$29,200
    Food Preparation Workers$35,980
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$30,200

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Fast Food and Counter Workers in South Florida is $13.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Fast Food and Counter Workers salary in South Florida is 5.7% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Fast Food and Counter Workers (10th percentile) earn around $26,340 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,400.