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Chef Salary in Springfield, Massachusetts

The median chef salary in Springfield, MA is $55,390 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 27.4% below the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$55,390
vs State Avg
$-20,912
vs National
$-1,130
Cost of Living
98%

Chef Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level chef earns around $34,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $86,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,300
$-700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$54,880
$-1,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$86,240
$-1,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, MA

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $32,536
25th Percentile $41,356
Median (50th) $55,390
75th Percentile $73,500
90th Percentile $95,844

Chef Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Cambridge, MA
$90,432
Pop. 118,403
Boston, MA
$85,910
Pop. 675,647
Worcester, MA
$62,172
Pop. 206,518
Lowell, MA
$59,346
Pop. 115,554

How to Become a Chef in Springfield

Education

Most chef positions require a high school diploma. Springfield and the surrounding Massachusetts 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 Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.