Line Cook Salary in Winston-Salem, NC

Median: $16.63/hour ($34,600/year) — $2,790 (7%) below the national median. Range: $28,880–$36,570.

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

The median Line Cook salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $16.63/hour ($34,600/year) ($2,790 (7%) below the national median), with a typical range of $28,880–$36,570. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$16.63/hour ($34,600/year)BLS
Range$28,880–$36,570BLS
### Key facts for Line Cook in Winston-Salem Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Line Cook Salary in Winston-Salem vs. National Average

25th Pct (Winston-Salem) $28,880
Median (Winston-Salem) $34,600
75th Pct (Winston-Salem) $36,570

National median: $37,390/yr. Winston-Salem is $2,790 (7%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Winston-Salem, NC metro area (SOC 35-2014, Line Cook).

Line Cook pay in Winston-Salem, NC — common questions

How much does a Line Cook make in Winston-Salem, NC?
The median Line Cook salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $16.63/hour ($34,600/year) ($2,790 (7%) below the national median), with a typical range of $28,880–$36,570 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Winston-Salem a strong pay market for Line Cooks?
At a $34,600 median, Winston-Salem is $2,790 (7%) 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 Winston-Salem?
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