salary$38,260 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Billings, MT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$30,300per year
Top pay (top 10%)$47,340per year
Jobs in the area1,370people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Billings?
Expensive. Rent of $1,508 a month takes 47.3% 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 Billings, MT?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Billings, MT area is $38,260 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $30,300 and $47,340.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Billings?
Typical rent of $1,508 a month takes 47.3% 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 Billings, MT metro area.