Inside Crew Member Salary in the United States

How much does an Inside Crew Member make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Inside Crew Member in the United States is $28,139 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $14.

However, an Inside Crew Member's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $31,993
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $25,919 to $30,156
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $23,898
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Inside Crew Member Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $30,156 $2,513 $580 $14
Average $28,139 $2,345 $541 $14
25th Percentile $25,919 $2,160 $498 $12
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Key Factors That Influence Inside Crew Member Salaries

An Inside Crew Member's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Inside Crew Member Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Inside Crew Members. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $31,155.
  • California: $31,037.
  • Massachusetts: $30,624.

Top Paying Cities for Inside Crew Members

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $35,492
  • San Francisco: $35,103
  • Oakland: $34,363

What Skills Can Increase an Inside Crew Member's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.76% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Food Handling (Mentioned in 3.11% Job Postings): Food Handling means one or more operations of food production, manufacture, offering or displaying for sale, storage, preserving, wrapping, transportation, delivery, importation, exportation, or the licensing or approval for any of such activities.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 1.57% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.76%
Food Handling 3.11%
Packaging 1.57%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Inside Crew Member's salary.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Initiative
$30,390
8%
Accountability
$30,390
8%
Leadership
$30,109
7%
Team Management
$30,109
7%
Safety Policies and Procedures
$30,109
7%
Cash Handling
$29,827
6%
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Inside Crew Member Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Inside Crew Member roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Inside Crew Member positions in Financial Services or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Inside Crew Member as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Inside Crew Member

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$39,394$19.040%
MFG Nondurable$37,988$18.035%
Business Services$36,581$18.030%
Aerospace & Defense$35,174$17.025%
Insurance$33,767$16.020%

Inside Crew Member Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Inside Crew Member's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Inside Crew Member

Salaries for an Inside Crew Member can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $31,481 in 2023 to around $30,966 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Inside Crew Member salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Inside Crew Member Over Time

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2023
$31,481
2024
$31,328
2025
$30,966
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2023 $31,481
2024 $31,328
2025 $30,966
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  • Dairy Queen

    Columbus, OH

    Dairy Queen | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. You are applying for a job with a franchisee of the. Dairy Queen®. system and not American Dairy Queen Corporation or Int... more

    8 Days Ago

  • HMSHost

    Columbus, OH

    HMSHost | Columbus, OH

    Crew Member. $14.00 to $21.00 per hour. With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit. We Offer. Health, dental and vision insurance. Generous paid time off... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Wendy's

    Columbus, OH

    Wendy's | Columbus, OH

    Why Wendy's. WHY WENDY'S. As a Crew Member at Wendy's, you're part of the family from Day 1. We get you. We got you. Here's what you can expect as a Crew M... more

    17 Days Ago

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill

    Columbus, OH

    Chipotle Mexican Grill | Columbus, OH

    CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD. Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out... more

    17 Days Ago

  • Five Guys

    Columbus, OH

    Five Guys | Columbus, OH

    Five Guys - - Responsibilities: Assist with food preparation, order taking, and maintaining cleanliness in a fast-paced restaurant more

    7 Days Ago

  • Five Guys

    Columbus, OH

    Five Guys | Columbus, OH

    Five Guys - 5004 Hamilton Road - Responsibilities: Assist customers and prepare orders in a fast-paced Five Guys kitchen environment more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Inside Crew Member

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Inside Crew Member?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Inside Crew Member roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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