Cooks, Restaurant
SOC code 35-2014 · Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
National employment
1,409,890
Mean annual wage
$38,730
Mean hourly wage
$18.62
Median annual wage
$37,390
Median hourly wage
$17.98
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $28,700 | $13.80 |
| 25th percentile | $34,010 | $16.35 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $37,390 | $17.98 |
| 75th percentile | $44,620 | $21.45 |
| 90th percentile | $47,900 | $23.03 |
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Similar-paying occupations in Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
- Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria 35-2012$37,450/yr
- Cooks, All Other 35-2019$37,690/yr
- Cooks, Short Order 35-2015$35,880/yr
- Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other 35-9099$35,840/yr
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant 35-3041$35,360/yr
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.