How much does a cook make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹11,030 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,519
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 0.7 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where India ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $59,340 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $59,110 |
| 3. Belgium estimate | $53,390 |
| 107. Liberia estimate | $1,533 |
| 108. India estimate | $1,519 |
| 109. Senegal estimate | $1,516 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $323 |
Similar jobs
Service and sales workers
- Flight attendant₹158,800
- Rail conductor₹149,100
- Guide₹139,800
- Waiter₹120,100
- Bartender₹125,700
- Hairdresser₹123,800
- Beautician₹124,000
- Household manager₹143,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹11,030 a month, ₹132,400 a year.
How much does a cook make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹117,300 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹149,000.
Which country pays a cook the most?
Switzerland, with a median of $59,340 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a cook make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $38,970 a year against $1,519 in India, 25.7 times more.
Who makes more, a cook or a flight attendant?
A flight attendant: ₹158,800 a year against ₹132,400 for a cook, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate