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Chef Salary in Colorado Springs, Colorado

The median chef salary in Colorado Springs, CO is $56,520 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 4.8% below the Colorado state average.

City Median
$56,520
vs State Avg
$-2,826
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Chef Salary in Colorado Springs by Experience

In Colorado Springs, an entry-level chef earns around $35,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $88,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$88,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Colorado Springs, CO

Percentile Colorado Springs
10th Percentile $33,200
25th Percentile $42,200
Median (50th) $56,520
75th Percentile $75,000
90th Percentile $97,800

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
Aurora, CO
$59,346
Pop. 386,261

How to Become a Chef in Colorado Springs

Education

Most chef positions require a high school diploma. Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs may vary based on local industry and population growth.