How much does a cook make in Vermont?
$38,830a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Vermont. That is $18.67 an hour or $3,236 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.67
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 670
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,990Median: $38,830Highest 10%: $47,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,990 | $16.82 | |
| 25th | $36,080 | $17.35 | |
| Median | $38,830 | $18.67 | |
| 75th | $46,320 | $22.27 | |
| 90th | $47,760 | $22.96 |
Cities in Vermont
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Burlington, VT | $38,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 9. District of Columbia | $42,450 |
| 10. New Jersey | $40,720 |
| 11. Idaho | $40,090 |
| 12. Vermont | $38,830 |
| 13. Oregon | $38,550 |
| 14. Delaware | $38,500 |
| 15. Missouri | $38,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Vermont?
The median hourly pay in Vermont is $18.67 ($38,830 a year).
Do cooks make more in Vermont than the national average?
Yes: $38,830 against $35,880 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Vermont rank for cook pay?
Vermont ranks 12 of 49 states.
Which city in Vermont pays cooks the most?
Burlington-South Burlington, VT, with a median of $38,890 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.