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Chef Salary in Nashua, New Hampshire

The median chef salary in Nashua, NH is $62,172 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 4.8% above the New Hampshire state average.

City Median
$62,172
vs State Avg
+$2,826
vs National
+$5,652
Cost of Living
110%

Chef Salary in Nashua by Experience

In Nashua, an entry-level chef earns around $38,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $96,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,500
+$3,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,600
+$5,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$96,800
+$8,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nashua, NH

Percentile Nashua
10th Percentile $36,520
25th Percentile $46,420
Median (50th) $62,172
75th Percentile $82,500
90th Percentile $107,580

Chef Salary in Other New Hampshire Cities

Manchester, NH
$59,911
Pop. 115,644
Dover, NH
$58,781
Pop. 32,741
Concord, NH
$57,650
Pop. 43,976
Rochester, NH
$55,390
Pop. 31,366

How to Become a Chef in Nashua

Education

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