How much does a cook make in Vermont?
$38,230a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Vermont. That is $18.38 an hour or $3,186 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.38
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,540Median: $38,230Highest 10%: $39,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,540 | $15.16 | |
| 25th | $36,190 | $17.40 | |
| Median | $38,230 | $18.38 | |
| 75th | $38,740 | $18.63 | |
| 90th | $39,650 | $19.06 |
Cities in Vermont
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Burlington, VT | $38,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 3. California | $42,050 |
| 4. Washington | $39,120 |
| 5. New Hampshire | $38,590 |
| 6. Vermont | $38,230 |
| 7. Oregon | $37,880 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $37,870 |
| 9. Colorado | $36,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Vermont?
The median hourly pay in Vermont is $18.38 ($38,230 a year).
Do cooks make more in Vermont than the national average?
Yes: $38,230 against $30,890 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Vermont rank for cook pay?
Vermont ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Vermont pays cooks the most?
Burlington-South Burlington, VT, with a median of $38,690 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.