Cooks, All Other
SOC code 35-2019 · Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
National employment
19,350
Mean annual wage
$39,150
Mean hourly wage
$18.82
Median annual wage
$37,690
Median hourly wage
$18.12
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $27,040 | $13.00 |
| 25th percentile | $32,150 | $15.46 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $37,690 | $18.12 |
| 75th percentile | $43,680 | $21.00 |
| 90th percentile | $51,140 | $24.59 |
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Similar-paying occupations in Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
- Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria 35-2012$37,450/yr
- Cooks, Restaurant 35-2014$37,390/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.