salary$37,960 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$34,480per year
Top pay (top 10%)$49,420per year
Jobs in the area1,660people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Eugene?
Expensive. Rent of $1,607 a month takes 50.8% 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 Eugene, OR?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Eugene-Springfield, OR area is $37,960 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $34,480 and $49,420.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Eugene?
Typical rent of $1,607 a month takes 50.8% 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 Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area.