How much does a cook make in Rhode Island?
$46,250a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Rhode Island. That is $22.24 an hour or $3,854 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.24
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 49
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,940Median: $46,250Highest 10%: $47,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,940 | $15.36 | |
| 25th | $41,850 | $20.12 | |
| Median | $46,250 | $22.24 | |
| 75th | $46,700 | $22.45 | |
| 90th | $47,920 | $23.04 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $44,050 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $22.24 ($46,250 a year).
Do cooks make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $46,250 against $35,880 nationally, 29% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for cook pay?
Rhode Island ranks 2 of 49 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays cooks the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $44,050 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.