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Chef Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median chef salary in Aurora, CO is $59,346 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$59,346
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$2,826
Cost of Living
105%

Chef Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level chef earns around $36,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,750
+$1,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,800
+$2,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$92,400
+$4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $34,860
25th Percentile $44,310
Median (50th) $59,346
75th Percentile $78,750
90th Percentile $102,690

Chef Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$72,346
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$63,302
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$59,911
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$56,520
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Chef in Aurora

Education

Most chef positions require a high school diploma. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Culinary ArtsMenu PlanningFood SafetyKitchen ManagementCost ControlCreativity

Job Outlook

Nationally, chef employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.