The average salary for Cooks in the United States is around $32080 per year.
In the United States, Cooks earn an average hourly wage of $15.42 and a mean annual wage of $32080.
$15.42
$32080
For Cooks positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $10.57 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $12.93 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $14.86, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $17.48. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $20.56 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Cooks roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $21990 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $26900 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $30910. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $36360, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $42770 per year.
$10.57
$21990
$12.93
$26900
$14.86
$30910
$17.48
$36360
$20.56
$42770
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)