How much does a cook make in Maryland?
$41,380a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Maryland. That is $19.89 an hour or $3,448 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.89
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,520Median: $41,380Highest 10%: $49,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,520 | $17.08 | |
| 25th | $37,360 | $17.96 | |
| Median | $41,380 | $19.89 | |
| 75th | $46,700 | $22.45 | |
| 90th | $49,750 | $23.92 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $44,880 |
| Salisbury, MD | $44,430 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $40,420 |
| Baltimore, MD | $39,310 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $38,870 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $34,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 15. Maine | $43,490 |
| 16. Minnesota | $43,460 |
| 17. Colorado | $42,500 |
| 18. Maryland | $41,380 |
| 19. Arizona | $39,660 |
| 20. North Dakota | $39,490 |
| 21. Nevada | $39,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $19.89 ($41,380 a year).
Do cooks make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $41,380 against $37,450 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Maryland rank for cook pay?
Maryland ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays cooks the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $44,880 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.