salary$34,290 a year$16 an hour · median pay in the Evansville, IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$26,130per year
Top pay (top 10%)$40,060per year
Jobs in the area1,330people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Evansville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,115 a month takes 39.0% 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 Evansville, IN?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Evansville, IN area is $34,290 a year ($16 an hour). Most earn between $26,130 and $40,060.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Evansville?
Typical rent of $1,115 a month takes 39.0% 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 Evansville, IN metro area.