Americans are shocked to find out they can make more working at a large gas station convenience store than they can with their college degrees
Breakdown of pay at Buc-ee's:
– Cashier, Gift, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Grocery Stocker: $20
– Food Service and Restroom Crew: $25
-… pic.twitter.com/jLP9dIooQ5— Wall Street Apes (@WallStreetApes) July 6, 2026
College still pays off in STEM, medicine, law, but many liberal arts grads face lower starting pay plus loans. Companies like this force rethinking of “go to college no matter what” advice.