Creative & Education Indiana (IN) Rank #34 of 50

Chef Salary in Indiana

The median chef salary in Indiana is $50,868 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $56,520.

Median Salary

$50,868

vs National

$-5,652

State Rank

#34 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Chef Salary in Indiana by Experience

In Indiana, an entry-level chef earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,200 per year. The cost of living index in Indiana is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,500

$-3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$50,400

$-5,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$79,200

$-8,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indiana

Percentile	IN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$29,880	$33,200	$-3,320
25th Percentile	$37,980	$42,200	$-4,220
Median (50th)	$50,868	$56,520	$-5,652
75th Percentile	$67,500	$75,000	$-7,500
90th Percentile	$88,020	$97,800	$-9,780

Major Cities for Chefs in Indiana

The largest employment areas for chefs in Indiana include Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Indianapolis, IN