Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria Salary in Ames, IA

Median Salary

$36,540

per year

Hourly Rate

$17.57

per hour

Employment

380

in Ames, IA

vs. National Avg

-2.4%

National: $37,450

📊 Compared to the national median of $37,450, Ames, IA pays 2.4% LESS for Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria positions.

Salary Distribution in Ames, IA

10th

$28,980

25th

$34,090

Median

$36,540

75th

$38,130

90th

$47,320

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).