Cook salary in Salinas, CA

How much does a Cook make in Salinas, CA?

Median base salary

Government data

$44,930

Median $44,930
Low $37,150High $57,980

Based on 1,910 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Salinas, CA (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$37,150
25th percentile
$38,240
75th percentile
$47,970
90th percentile
$57,980

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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