Line Cook Salary in Houston, TX

Median: $16.85/hour ($35,050/year) — $2,340 (6%) below the national median. Range: $28,290–$37,090.

Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Line Cook salary guide

The median Line Cook salary in Houston, TX is $16.85/hour ($35,050/year) ($2,340 (6%) below the national median), with a typical range of $28,290–$37,090. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$16.85/hour ($35,050/year)BLS
Range$28,290–$37,090BLS
### Key facts for Line Cook in Houston Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Line Cook Salary in Houston vs. National Average

25th Pct (Houston) $28,290
Median (Houston) $35,050
75th Pct (Houston) $37,090

National median: $37,390/yr. Houston is $2,340 (6%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area (SOC 35-2014, Line Cook).

Line Cook pay in Houston, TX — common questions

How much does a Line Cook make in Houston, TX?
The median Line Cook salary in Houston, TX is $16.85/hour ($35,050/year) ($2,340 (6%) below the national median), with a typical range of $28,290–$37,090 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Houston a strong pay market for Line Cooks?
At a $35,050 median, Houston is $2,340 (6%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $37,390. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Line Cook in Houston?
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