How much does a cook make in Massachusetts?
$69,570a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Massachusetts. That is $33.45 an hour or $5,798 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.45
- Vs. national median
- +85%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 33
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,530Median: $69,570Highest 10%: $69,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,530 | $30.54 | |
| 25th | $65,540 | $31.51 | |
| Median | $69,570 | $33.45 | |
| 75th | $69,580 | $33.45 | |
| 90th | $69,600 | $33.46 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 1. Massachusetts | $69,570 |
| 2. Washington | $52,510 |
| 3. Nevada | $51,220 |
| 4. New Jersey | $46,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $33.45 ($69,570 a year).
Do cooks make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $69,570 against $37,690 nationally, 85% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for cook pay?
Massachusetts ranks 1 of 33 states.
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.