California is the most populous state in the United States, and it is also the most diverse. The state’s population is greater than that of many countries, including Canada, Australia, and South Korea. California has a population of more than 39 million people, which is more than 13% of the total U.S. population.
The Golden State has an economy that is larger than many countries around the world. Its gross domestic product (GDP) is $2 trillion dollars per year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. This makes California’s GDP larger than that of Saudi Arabia and Switzerland.
Cooks in California are paid an average of $18.30 per hour, with a median annual income of $39,600. The bottom 10% of cooks earn less than $16,900 per year, while the top 10% earn over $29,500 per year. Cooks who work in restaurants may be eligible for tips as well.
Cook Salary In California
Average base salary
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$17.55Per hourPer dayPer weekPer monthPer year
21%
above national average
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
The average salary for a cook is $17.55 per hour in California. 10.5k salaries reported, updated at July 29, 2022.
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Salaries by years of experience in California
| Years of experience | Per hour |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | $16.95 |
| 1 to 2 years | $17.29 |
| 3 to 5 years | $18.20 |
| 6 to 9 years | $18.92 |
| More than 10 years | $20.23 |
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Top companies for Cooks in California
- US Department of Veterans Affairs3.810944 reviews5 salaries reported$22.49per hour
- Hard Rock International4.03582 reviews5 salaries reported$21.53per hour
- The Service Companies3.4452 reviews63 salaries reported$21.16per hour
- Bon Appetit3.7691 reviews6 salaries reported$19.55per hour
- Front Porch Communities and Services3.8177 reviews14 salaries reported$19.35per hour
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Highest paying cities for Cooks in California
- San Francisco, CA$21.05 per hour155 salaries reported
- San Jose, CA$19.94 per hour149 salaries reported
- Los Angeles, CA$17.86 per hour720 salaries reported
