How much does a cook make in Georgia?
$42,960a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Georgia. That is $20.65 an hour or $3,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.65
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,590Median: $42,960Highest 10%: $42,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,590 | $13.26 | |
| 25th | $34,030 | $16.36 | |
| Median | $42,960 | $20.65 | |
| 75th | $42,960 | $20.65 | |
| 90th | $42,960 | $20.65 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $42,960 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $35,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 7. Missouri | $43,990 |
| 8. Colorado | $43,490 |
| 9. New York | $43,000 |
| 10. Georgia | $42,960 |
| 11. California | $42,860 |
| 12. Montana | $42,640 |
| 13. Oregon | $42,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $20.65 ($42,960 a year).
Do cooks make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $42,960 against $37,690 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Georgia rank for cook pay?
Georgia ranks 10 of 33 states.
Which city in Georgia pays cooks the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $42,960 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.