Creative & Education Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Chef Salary in Ohio

The median chef salary in Ohio 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

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Chef Salary in Ohio by Experience

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

Percentile	OH 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

Chef Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for chefs in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$53,694

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$48,607

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$50,868

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$46,346

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$47,477

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Chef in Ohio

Education

Most chef positions require a high school diploma. Ohio has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Culinary ArtsMenu PlanningFood SafetyKitchen ManagementCost ControlCreativity

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, chef employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.