salary$33,990 a year$16 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$24,120per year
Top pay (top 10%)$40,720per year
Jobs in the area2,200people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Augusta?
Expensive. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 51.5% of the median restaurant cook salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a restaurant cook make in Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $33,990 a year ($16 an hour). Most earn between $24,120 and $40,720.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 51.5% of the median restaurant cook salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.