Restaurant Cook salary in the United States

Average salary

$22,500/yr

Based on 799 income tax records

$15,500

$45,000

Age:

Average salary by age

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

$21K

$24K

$22K

$24K

$15,500

$45,000

How much do Restaurant Cooks make?

The average total salary for a Restaurant Cook is $22,500 per year. This is based on data from 799 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Restaurant Cook and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Restaurant Cook salary can vary between $15,500 to $45,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more

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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

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Restaurant Cook salary by location

Restaurant Cook salary by company

Restaurant Cook demographics in United States

88% are single

12% are married

15% have kids

9% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Restaurant Cooks in United States

799 full-time salaries from 2019

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What is the average salary for a restaurant cook in the United States?

The average salary for a restaurant cook in the United States is $22,500 per year. Restaurant cook salaries in the United States can vary between $15,500 to $45,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

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Where is this data coming from?

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 799 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as restaurant cook.

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Which cities offer the highest salaries for restaurant cooks in the United States?

The following cities offer the highest salaries for restaurant cooks in the United States: Seattle Metro Area, WA ($26,000 a year), New York Metro Area, NY ($24,500 a year), and Phoenix Metro Area, AZ ($24,000 a year).

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Total salary ranges shown here exclude outliers.