BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Cooks, Institution and Cafeterias in Louisiana earn between $19,250 and $36,200, with a mean of $27,300. The national average for this role is $38,809.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | $27,300 |
| National Average | $38,809 |
| Hawaii | $52,100 |
| Washington | $51,290 |
| Alaska | $49,410 |
| Massachusetts | $48,750 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Louisiana. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.