National Wages 35-2019.00 - Cooks, All Other Bright Outlook  

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $37,690.
  • 10% of workers earn $27,040 or less.
  • 10% of workers earn $51,140 or more.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationAnnual Low (10%)Annual QL (25%)Annual Median (50%)Annual QU (75%)Annual High (90%)
United States$27,040$32,150$37,690$43,680$51,140

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $18.12 per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $13.00 or less per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $24.59 or more per hour.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationHourly Low (10%)Hourly QL (25%)Hourly Median (50%)Hourly QU (75%)Hourly High (90%)
United States$13.00$15.46$18.12$21.00$24.59