salary$35,670 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Midland, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$23,190per year
Top pay (top 10%)$43,560per year
Jobs in the area900people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Midland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,887 a month takes 63.5% 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 Midland, TX?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Midland, TX area is $35,670 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $23,190 and $43,560.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Midland?
Typical rent of $1,887 a month takes 63.5% 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 Midland, TX metro area.