How much does a cook make in Pakistan?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is Rs 27,860 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,189
- Compared with the median pay in Pakistan
- 1.1 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Pakistan 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 |
| 119. Chad estimate | $1,234 |
| 120. Pakistan estimate | $1,189 |
| 121. Bangladesh estimate | $1,145 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $323 |
Similar jobs
Service and sales workers
- Flight attendantRs 401,100
- Rail conductorRs 376,600
- GuideRs 353,100
- WaiterRs 303,300
- BartenderRs 317,500
- HairdresserRs 312,700
- BeauticianRs 313,100
- Household managerRs 361,800
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make a month in Pakistan?
The median gross salary is Rs 27,860 a month, Rs 334,300 a year.
How much does a cook make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around Rs 296,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than Rs 376,500.
Which country pays a cook the most?
Germany, with a median of $40,180 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a cook make more in Pakistan or in United States?
In United States: $38,970 a year against $1,189 in Pakistan, 32.8 times more.
Who makes more, a cook or a flight attendant?
A flight attendant: Rs 401,100 a year against Rs 334,300 for a cook, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate