How much does a cook make in Georgia?
$26,870a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Georgia. That is $12.92 an hour or $2,239 a month.
- Hourly
- $12.92
- Vs. national median
- -25%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 3,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $21,430Median: $26,870Highest 10%: $41,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $21,430 | $10.30 | |
| 25th | $21,430 | $10.30 | |
| Median | $26,870 | $12.92 | |
| 75th | $37,430 | $18.00 | |
| 90th | $41,010 | $19.72 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Athens, GA | $31,120 |
| Hinesville, GA | $30,110 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $29,950 |
| Augusta, GA | $28,490 |
| Savannah, GA | $28,160 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $22,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 41. Wisconsin | $28,130 |
| 42. West Virginia | $27,440 |
| 43. Kansas | $27,400 |
| 44. Georgia | $26,870 |
| 45. Louisiana | $26,260 |
| 46. Texas | $25,320 |
| 47. Alabama | $22,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $12.92 ($26,870 a year).
Do cooks make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $26,870 against $35,880 nationally, 25% less.
Where does Georgia rank for cook pay?
Georgia ranks 44 of 49 states.
Which city in Georgia pays cooks the most?
Athens-Clarke County, GA, with a median of $31,120 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.