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).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median | $16.85/hour ($35,050/year) | BLS |
| Range | $28,290–$37,090 | BLS |
Line Cook Salary in Houston vs. National Average
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?
- Target employers paying toward the $37,090 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Line Cook openings in Houston and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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