salary$35,560 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Toledo, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,070per year
Top pay (top 10%)$44,080per year
Jobs in the area2,920people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Toledo?
Expensive. Rent of $994 a month takes 33.5% 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 Toledo, OH?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Toledo, OH area is $35,560 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $28,070 and $44,080.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Toledo?
Typical rent of $994 a month takes 33.5% 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 Toledo, OH metro area.