Cooks, Private Household Salary
The median cooks, private household salary in the United States is $47,940 per year ($23.05/hour). Salaries range from $36,090 at the entry level to $91,130+ for the top 10% of earners. There are 1,100 cooks, private household jobs nationwide. Employment is projected to grow 5.1% through 2034.
Last updated: June 2026 · Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Median Salary
$47,940
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.05
per hour
Employment
1,100
jobs in the U.S.
Salary Distribution
10th percentile
$36,090
25th percentile
$40,630
Median
$47,940
75th percentile
$55,450
90th percentile
$91,130
Job Growth (2024-2034)
+5.1%
Faster than average
Annual Openings
5,300
jobs/year (growth + replacements)
Education Required
Postsecondary nondegree award
+ Less than 5 years experience
Cooks, Private Household Salary by State
Best Cities (cost-adjusted) →Limited data available — BLS only publishes salary data for areas with sufficient survey responses.
Salary Map — Click a state for details
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| State | Median | vs. National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $37,440 | -21.9% |
Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Data reflects the most recent annual survey.
How does this compare to pro athletes?
A cooks, private household earning $47,940/year would need 1243 years to match Stephen Curry's NBA salary, or 1335 yearsto match Patrick Mahomes' NFL contract.
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