Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria in Puerto Rico earned a median of $26,260 a year ($12.62 an hour) in May 2025, 30% below the national median of $37,450; 7,000 were employed there, ranking #53 of 54 states and territories by median pay, per BLS OEWS.
Data as of May 2025. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025
| Measure | Puerto Rico | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual wage | $26,260 | $37,450 |
| Mean annual wage | $28,030 | $38,810 |
| Median hourly wage | $12.62 | $18.01 |
| 10th percentile | $21,840 | $28,480 |
| 25th percentile | $22,290 | $32,440 |
| 75th percentile | $29,250 | $44,800 |
| 90th percentile | $39,650 | $49,670 |
| Employment | 7,000 | 441,050 |
| Jobs per 1,000 | 7.462 | — |
| Location quotient | 2.63 | 1.00 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do cooks, institution and cafeteria make in Puerto Rico?
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria in Puerto Rico earned a median of $26,260 a year ($12.62 an hour) in May 2025, 30% below the national median of $37,450; 7,000 were employed there, ranking #53 of 54 states and territories by median pay, per BLS OEWS.
What is the salary range for cooks, institution and cafeteria in Puerto Rico?
The middle 50% of cooks, institution and cafeteria in Puerto Rico earned between $22,290 and $29,250; the top 10% earned $39,650 or more.
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Last updated Oct 19, 2026, 10:32 PM ET. Data only, not financial or tax advice.