How much does a cook make in Vermont?
$46,370a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Vermont. That is $22.29 an hour or $3,864 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.29
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,120Median: $46,370Highest 10%: $56,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,120 | $18.33 | |
| 25th | $41,920 | $20.15 | |
| Median | $46,370 | $22.29 | |
| 75th | $48,620 | $23.38 | |
| 90th | $56,560 | $27.19 |
Cities in Vermont
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Burlington, VT | $47,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 4. Hawaii | $47,770 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $46,570 |
| 6. California | $46,390 |
| 7. Vermont | $46,370 |
| 8. Connecticut | $46,120 |
| 9. New York | $45,880 |
| 10. District of Columbia | $45,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Vermont?
The median hourly pay in Vermont is $22.29 ($46,370 a year).
Do cooks make more in Vermont than the national average?
Yes: $46,370 against $37,450 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Vermont rank for cook pay?
Vermont ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Vermont pays cooks the most?
Burlington-South Burlington, VT, with a median of $47,390 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.