How much does a cook make in Massachusetts?
$47,790a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Massachusetts. That is $22.98 an hour or $3,983 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.98
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,250Median: $47,790Highest 10%: $58,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,250 | $18.87 | |
| 25th | $45,080 | $21.67 | |
| Median | $47,790 | $22.98 | |
| 75th | $51,650 | $24.83 | |
| 90th | $58,090 | $27.93 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $49,720 |
| Boston, MA | $48,530 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $47,740 |
| Worcester, MA | $46,780 |
| Springfield, MA | $46,440 |
| Providence, RI | $46,350 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $41,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 1. Washington | $49,670 |
| 2. Alaska | $48,580 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $47,790 |
| 4. Hawaii | $47,770 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $46,570 |
| 6. California | $46,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $22.98 ($47,790 a year).
Do cooks make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $47,790 against $37,450 nationally, 28% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for cook pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays cooks the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $49,720 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.