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Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria average salary by city in Rhode Island
- Providence$46,070
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | $46,070 | $46,350 | $40,030 | $38,086 | 102 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Rhode Island's Temporary Disability Insurance payroll contribution is not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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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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