How much does a cook make in Indiana?
$44,290a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Indiana. That is $21.29 an hour or $3,691 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.29
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,750Median: $44,290Highest 10%: $54,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,750 | $18.63 | |
| 25th | $39,650 | $19.06 | |
| Median | $44,290 | $21.29 | |
| 75th | $54,810 | $26.35 | |
| 90th | $54,810 | $26.35 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $35,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 2. Washington | $52,510 |
| 3. Nevada | $51,220 |
| 4. New Jersey | $46,080 |
| 5. Indiana | $44,290 |
| 6. North Dakota | $44,190 |
| 7. Missouri | $43,990 |
| 8. Colorado | $43,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $21.29 ($44,290 a year).
Do cooks make more in Indiana than the national average?
Yes: $44,290 against $37,690 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Indiana rank for cook pay?
Indiana ranks 5 of 33 states.
Which city in Indiana pays cooks the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $35,940 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.