How much does a cook make in Massachusetts?
$44,290a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Massachusetts. That is $21.29 an hour or $3,691 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.29
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 4,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,550Median: $44,290Highest 10%: $53,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,550 | $15.65 | |
| 25th | $33,620 | $16.16 | |
| Median | $44,290 | $21.29 | |
| 75th | $50,690 | $24.37 | |
| 90th | $53,780 | $25.86 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $45,690 |
| Providence, RI | $44,050 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $43,790 |
| Worcester, MA | $40,780 |
| Boston, MA | $39,600 |
| Springfield, MA | $39,200 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $37,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 1. Arizona | $46,630 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $46,250 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $44,290 |
| 4. Hawaii | $43,110 |
| 5. California | $42,930 |
| 6. Washington | $42,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $21.29 ($44,290 a year).
Do cooks make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $44,290 against $35,880 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for cook pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 49 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays cooks the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $45,690 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.