BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Cooks, Restaurants in South Carolina earn between $26,200 and $45,680, with a mean of $35,610. The national average for this role is $38,734.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | $35,610 |
| National Average | $38,734 |
| Washington | $47,200 |
| Hawaii | $47,080 |
| District of Columbia | $45,570 |
| Massachusetts | $45,450 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. South Carolina. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.