How much does a cook make in Washington?
$52,510a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Washington. That is $25.25 an hour or $4,376 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.25
- Vs. national median
- +39%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,740Median: $52,510Highest 10%: $61,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,740 | $21.03 | |
| 25th | $48,970 | $23.54 | |
| Median | $52,510 | $25.25 | |
| 75th | $53,950 | $25.94 | |
| 90th | $61,380 | $29.51 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $53,910 |
| Portland, OR | $44,340 |
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 |
| 5. Indiana | $44,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $25.25 ($52,510 a year).
Do cooks make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $52,510 against $37,690 nationally, 39% more.
Where does Washington rank for cook pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 33 states.
Which city in Washington pays cooks the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $53,910 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.