Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria in New Jersey earn a median salary of $42,210 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +15.8% vs the national median of $36,450. An estimated 940 cooks, institution and cafeteria are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $41,550 to $43,500 depending on location.
$42,210
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$43,500
Highest paying metro
$41,550
Lowest paying metro
940
Employed in New Jersey
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inCooks, Institution and Cafeteria salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | $43,500 | $36,750 | $47,680 | 490 |
| Vineland, NJ | $41,580 | $36,730 | $47,600 | 130 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $41,550 | $36,570 | $45,020 | 320 |