In-N-Out Burger Managers Earn $200K a Year on Average, amid Trend of Companies Boosting Pay
In-N-Out Burger Managers Earn $200K a Year on Average, amid Trend of Companies Boosting Pay
Kimberlee SpeakmanThu, September 17, 2026 at 2:22 PM UTC
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In-N-Out managers who spend an average of 15 years with the company earn over $200,000 annually on average, a spokesperson said
The company’s low turnover rate and long employee tenure contribute to consistent high-quality customer service
Other companies, like Buc-ee’s and Whole Foods, are also increasing pay to attract and retain workers in competitive industries
There’s more than burgers and fries on the menu for In-N-Out managers — there’s a six-figure salary, too.
A spokesperson for In-N-Out confirmed to PEOPLE on Thursday, Sept. 17 that the company’s store managers earn more than $200,000 a year on average, which is a reflection of the company’s long-standing values.
“Our founders, Harry and Esther Snyder, believed not only in taking great care of our customers, but also in taking really great care of our associates,” a spokesperson said. “Their philosophy was to treat associates like family and strive to be an outstanding employer, and paying higher-than-normal wages was one important part of that philosophy.”
“Those values remain unchanged today under the leadership of our owner and president, Lynsi Snyder. We’re committed to providing competitive wages, great benefits, a positive and enthusiastic work environment, and opportunities for associates to develop and grow,” they added.
An In-N-Out Burger outside Los AngelesCredit: Mario Tama/Getty
The figure is much higher than previously reported in 2018, when Forbes said a manager at the fast food chain made an average of $163,000 and also received profit-sharing.
John Glass, a restaurant-industry equity analyst at Morgan Stanley, told Forbes at the time that he believed the move was intended to simulate “an ownership mentality at the restaurant” by giving participating managers “skin in the game.”
It also takes some time and effort to reach that point. The average In-N-Out manager has spent about 15 years with the company, according to Inc.That is much longer tenure than at other quick service restaurants, according to the QSR Research Hub, which estimates management turnover at these restaurants at between 44% and 47% in 2024 and 2025.
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The In-N-Out spokesperson told PEOPLE that the company’s low turnover among managers and other employees “makes a significant positive difference in our ability to serve our customers with the highest standard.”
“Many of our associates have been with In-N-Out for decades, carrying on the values and practices established by our founders. We’re deeply grateful for our exceptional family of associates and the excellent job they do taking care of our customers every day,” the company said.
A drive-thru worker at the In-N-Out Burger in Los AngelesCredit: Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times via Getty
The company’s attitude doesn’t just extend to its managers. Its entry-level employees benefit as well. According to Indeed, the average salary for an entry-level position with the company is about $19.13, which is higher than most states’ minimum wages, per the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL).
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In-N-Out isn’t the only company offering hefty paychecks to attract and retain workers. In July, it was reported that Buc-ee’s store general managers can earn as much as $275,000 a year without a college degree, per Fox News. Food service managers could also earn between $150,000 and $200,000 annually, per the outlet.
Amazon also announced that it is investing more than $230 million to provide Whole Foods Market team members with higher pay and expanded benefits.
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