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Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria average salary by city in New Jersey
- Vineland$44,960
- Trenton$43,300
- Atlantic City$41,940
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland | $44,960 | $45,510 | $39,560 | $37,369 | 96 |
| Trenton | $43,300 | $42,960 | $37,370 | $36,127 | 103 |
| Atlantic City | $41,940 | $40,240 | $36,390 | $35,109 | 99 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; New Jersey's employee unemployment, disability and family-leave contributions are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria salary in other states
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 35-2012.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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