salary$29,260 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Jackson, MS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$22,190per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,260per year
Jobs in the area2,280people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Jackson?
Expensive. Rent of $1,281 a month takes 52.5% 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 Jackson, MS?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Jackson, MS area is $29,260 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $22,190 and $36,260.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Jackson?
Typical rent of $1,281 a month takes 52.5% 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 Jackson, MS metro area.