Quick answer
Restaurant Cooks in Puerto Rico earned a median of $24,650 a year ($11.85 an hour) in May 2025, 34% below the national median of $37,390; 9,810 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 | $24,650 | $37,390 |
| Mean annual wage | $26,240 | $38,730 |
| Median hourly wage | $11.85 | $17.98 |
| 10th percentile | $21,840 | $28,700 |
| 25th percentile | $22,590 | $34,010 |
| 75th percentile | $27,790 | $44,620 |
| 90th percentile | $29,640 | $47,900 |
| Employment | 9,810 | 1,409,890 |
| Jobs per 1,000 | 10.451 | — |
| Location quotient | 1.15 | 1.00 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do restaurant cooks make in Puerto Rico?
Restaurant Cooks in Puerto Rico earned a median of $24,650 a year ($11.85 an hour) in May 2025, 34% below the national median of $37,390; 9,810 were employed there, ranking #53 of 54 states and territories by median pay, per BLS OEWS.
What is the salary range for restaurant cooks in Puerto Rico?
The middle 50% of restaurant cooks in Puerto Rico earned between $22,590 and $27,790; the top 10% earned $29,640 or more.
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Last updated Oct 16, 2026, 10:42 PM ET. Data only, not financial or tax advice.