Creative & Education Michigan (MI) Rank #35 of 50

Chef Salary in Michigan

The median chef salary in Michigan 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

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Chef Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level chef earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,200 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan 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 Michigan

Percentile	MI 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 Michigan

The largest employment areas for chefs in Michigan include Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Warren. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Detroit, MI