salary$35,720 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Cedar Rapids, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$44,550per year
Jobs in the area1,110people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Cedar Rapids?
Expensive. Rent of $1,168 a month takes 39.2% 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 Cedar Rapids, IA?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Cedar Rapids, IA area is $35,720 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $28,670 and $44,550.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Cedar Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,168 a month takes 39.2% 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 Cedar Rapids, IA metro area.