Cooks, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 19,350 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,040 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $32,150 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $37,690 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $43,680 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $51,140 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$27K
25th
$32K
Median
$38K
75th
$44K
90th
$51K
Highest Paying States for Cooks, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $66,760 |
| Washington | $52,420 |
| Nevada | $50,160 |
| Montana | $48,600 |
| Vermont | $47,890 |
| Indiana | $47,000 |
| North Dakota | $46,200 |
| New Jersey | $45,970 |
| New York | $44,980 |
| Missouri | $44,860 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Cooks, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Massachusetts at an average of $66,760 per year, while Missouri has an average of $44,860 — a difference of $21,900. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Cooks, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 19,350 workers were employed as Cooks, All Others in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $39,150 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 35-2019