salary$37,020 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Fargo, ND-MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$45,620per year
Jobs in the area1,560people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Fargo?
Expensive. Rent of $1,080 a month takes 35.0% 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 Fargo, ND?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Fargo, ND-MN area is $37,020 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $28,900 and $45,620.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Fargo?
Typical rent of $1,080 a month takes 35.0% 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 Fargo, ND-MN metro area.