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Chef Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median chef salary in Aurora, IL is $53,694 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$53,694
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,826
Cost of Living
95%

Chef Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level chef earns around $33,250, while experienced professionals earn up to $83,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,250
$-1,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$53,200
$-2,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$83,600
$-4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $31,540
25th Percentile $40,090
Median (50th) $53,694
75th Percentile $71,250
90th Percentile $92,910

Chef Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$61,042
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$60,476
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$48,042
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$46,346
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Chef in Aurora

Education

Most chef positions require a high school diploma. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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.