How much does a cook make in Washington?
$49,670a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Washington. That is $23.88 an hour or $4,139 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.88
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,820Median: $49,670Highest 10%: $62,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,820 | $19.14 | |
| 25th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| Median | $49,670 | $23.88 | |
| 75th | $58,220 | $27.99 | |
| 90th | $62,840 | $30.21 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Mount Vernon, WA | $51,620 |
| Seattle, WA | $51,530 |
| Bellingham, WA | $49,320 |
| Bremerton, WA | $49,280 |
| Olympia, WA | $48,820 |
| Kennewick, WA | $46,820 |
| Yakima, WA | $46,730 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $46,690 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $46,170 |
| Portland, OR | $45,800 |
| Longview, WA | $45,640 |
| Spokane, WA | $45,330 |
| Lewiston, ID | $37,500 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $23.88 ($49,670 a year).
Do cooks make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $49,670 against $37,450 nationally, 33% more.
Where does Washington rank for cook pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays cooks the most?
Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA, with a median of $51,620 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.