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Cooks, Restaurant in Madison, WI · Generated June 2, 2026
Cooks, Restaurant Salary in Madison, WI — Take-Home Pay Calculator
$38,440
Mean: $39,150
~$29,983 est. take-home
$18.48
Based on 2,080 hrs/yr
100
100 = national avg
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Monthly Take-Home
$2,737
Annual Take-Home
$32,846
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Salary Distribution
Where the median falls between the 25th and 75th percentile.
25th %
$34,990
Median
$38,440
75th %
$44,530
Median is in the 36th percentile of the typical range
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About Cooks, Restaurant salaries in Madison, WI
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for cooks, restaurant in Madison, WI is $38,440. This is based on the most recent Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey data.
Salaries typically range from $34,990 (25th percentile) to $44,530 (75th percentile), reflecting differences in experience, employer size, and specialization.
The estimated hourly rate is $18.48 per hour, based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a cooks, restaurant in Madison?▾
The median salary is $38,440 per year. The mean (average) salary is $39,150.
How much does a cooks, restaurant make per hour in Madison?▾
The estimated hourly rate is $18.48 per hour.
What is the salary range for cooks, restaurant in Madison?▾
Salaries typically range from $34,990 (25th percentile) to $44,530 (75th percentile).