salary$38,000 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Colorado Springs, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$33,050per year
Top pay (top 10%)$46,570per year
Jobs in the area3,330people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Colorado Springs?
Expensive. Rent of $1,901 a month takes 60.0% 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 Colorado Springs, CO?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Colorado Springs, CO area is $38,000 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $33,050 and $46,570.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Colorado Springs?
Typical rent of $1,901 a month takes 60.0% 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 Colorado Springs, CO metro area.