Cooks, Fast Food Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $14.85
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $10.86 |
| 25th | $13.11 |
| Median | $14.85 |
| 75th | $17.92 |
| 90th | $20.63 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do cooks, fast food make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $14.85; the mean hourly wage is $15.57.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for cooks, fast food?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $10.86 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for cooks, fast food?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $20.63 per hour.