BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Cooks, Institution and Cafeterias in Mississippi earn between $20,760 and $36,620, with a mean of $27,850. The national average for this role is $38,809.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Mississippi | $27,850 |
| National Average | $38,809 |
| Hawaii | $52,100 |
| Washington | $51,290 |
| Alaska | $49,410 |
| Massachusetts | $48,750 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Mississippi. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.