salary$44,250 a year$21 an hour · median pay in the Worcester, MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,990per year
Top pay (top 10%)$56,180per year
Jobs in the area2,490people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Worcester?
Expensive. Rent of $1,952 a month takes 52.9% 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 Worcester, MA?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Worcester, MA area is $44,250 a year ($21 an hour). Most earn between $35,990 and $56,180.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Worcester?
Typical rent of $1,952 a month takes 52.9% 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 Worcester, MA metro area.