In-N-Out Burger Pay Per Hour (2026) & Hiring Age

Entry-Level Associate (Texas)s at In-N-Out Burger make about $17.45 an hour on average across the U.S.. Most locations hire from age 16. Figures are averages of self-reported pay published by Indeed; your offer depends on the state and the individual restaurant.

Entry-level pay$17.45/hr
Top hourly role$17.45/hr
Minimum age16
California minimum$20.00/hr

In-N-Out Burger Pay in California

Since April 2024, California requires fast-food chains with 60 or more locations nationwide to pay at least $20 an hour. That floor applies to every In-N-Out Burger restaurant in the state. National averages include low-wage states, so the California figure is typically 35% to 45% higher.

Starting at In-N-Out Burger? Gear for Long Shifts

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Working at In-N-Out Burger — FAQ

How much does In-N-Out Burger pay per hour in 2026?

Entry-Level Associate (Texas)s at In-N-Out Burger earn about $17.45 an hour on average in the United States, according to Indeed (August 2026). Pay depends heavily on the state and on whether the restaurant is franchised.

How old do you have to be to work at In-N-Out Burger?

In-N-Out hires from age 16.

How much does In-N-Out Burger pay in California?

At least $20 an hour. California's fast-food minimum wage, in force since April 2024, covers limited-service chains with 60 or more locations nationwide, which includes In-N-Out Burger.

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