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Chefs and Head Cooks
Full chefs and head cooks overview →U.S. mean $66,700 · median $62,470
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | #1 | $84,860 | $79,930 | $41 | +27.2% | $56,680–$127,080 |
| Hawaii | #2 | $80,720 | $77,360 | $39 | +21% | $48,970–$118,000 |
| District of Columbia | #3 | $79,660 | $76,420 | $38 | +19.4% | $56,570–$104,660 |
| New York | #4 | $74,840 | $70,670 | $36 | +12.2% | $46,260–$120,370 |