How much does a cook make in Washington?
$42,760a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Washington. That is $20.56 an hour or $3,563 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.56
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,650Median: $42,760Highest 10%: $55,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,650 | $16.66 | |
| 25th | $36,000 | $17.31 | |
| Median | $42,760 | $20.56 | |
| 75th | $50,870 | $24.46 | |
| 90th | $55,660 | $26.76 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $50,870 |
| Portland, OR | $38,810 |
| Yakima, WA | $38,430 |
| Bellingham, WA | $38,160 |
| Spokane, WA | $35,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 3. Massachusetts | $44,290 |
| 4. Hawaii | $43,110 |
| 5. California | $42,930 |
| 6. Washington | $42,760 |
| 7. Colorado | $42,450 |
| 8. Connecticut | $42,450 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $42,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $20.56 ($42,760 a year).
Do cooks make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $42,760 against $35,880 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Washington rank for cook pay?
Washington ranks 6 of 49 states.
Which city in Washington pays cooks the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $50,870 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.