What are the main factors that influence a Cook's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Cook's salary?

A Cook's salary grows with experience: a Cook (0-1 years)earns $37,696, a Cook II (1-3 years)earns $41,958, a Cook III (3-5 years)earns $47,245, a Sous Chef (5+ years)earns $62,015,

What are the highest paying states for a Cook?

Cook salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cook roles are District of Columbia $37,917, California $37,773, Massachusetts $37,270. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cook roles make?

Salaries for Cook level roles vary by specialization: Pastry Cook: $70,909; Cook III: $42,410; Assistant Cook/Cook: $38,660; Cook - Institution: $37,969; Cook II: $37,664.

Cook Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Cook make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Cook in District of Columbia is $38,116 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Cook's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,027
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,683 to $41,210
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,468

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Cook Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,210	$3,434	$792	$20
Average	$38,116	$3,176	$733	$18
25th Percentile	$35,683	$2,974	$686	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Cook Salaries

A Cook's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Cook Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Cooks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $37,917.
California: $37,773.
Massachusetts: $37,270.

District of Columbia $37,917 California $37,773 Massachusetts $37,270 Washington $37,133 New Jersey $37,119 Alaska $37,071 Connecticut $36,599 New York $36,407

Hawaii $35,794 Rhode Island $35,506 Maryland $35,311 Minnesota $35,044 Colorado $34,941 Illinois $34,907 Oregon $34,777 Delaware $34,681

New Hampshire $34,620 Virginia $34,486 Pennsylvania $34,092 Nevada $33,893 North Dakota $33,828 Michigan $33,725 Wisconsin $33,688 Vermont $33,612

Texas $33,403 Maine $33,390 Arizona $33,369 Ohio $33,345 Georgia $33,030 Indiana $32,873 Wyoming $32,842 Utah $32,794

Iowa $32,773 Kansas $32,609 Louisiana $32,561 North Carolina $32,544 Missouri $32,537 Florida $32,403 Montana $32,331 Nebraska $32,263

Kentucky $32,225 South Carolina $32,088 Tennessee $32,003 Idaho $31,968 New Mexico $31,718 Oklahoma $31,664 Alabama $31,462 South Dakota $31,123

Arkansas $30,938 West Virginia $30,838 Mississippi $30,540

Top Paying Cities for Cooks

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $37,917
Washington: $37,917
Naval Anacost Annex: $37,917

Parcel Return Service, DC $37,917 Washington, DC $37,917 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $37,917 Washington Navy Yard, DC $37,917

Cook Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cook's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$35,683

Average $38,116/year

$41,210

$2,974

Average $3,176/month

$3,434

$686

Average $733/week

$792

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,210	$3,434	$792	$20
Average	$38,116	$3,176	$733	$18
25th Percentile	$35,683	$2,974	$686	$17

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