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Chef Salary in Madison, Wisconsin

The median chef salary in Madison, WI is $56,520 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 8.7% above the Wisconsin state average.

City Median
$56,520
vs State Avg
+$4,522
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Chef Salary in Madison by Experience

In Madison, an entry-level chef earns around $35,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $88,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$88,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Madison, WI

Percentile Madison
10th Percentile $33,200
25th Percentile $42,200
Median (50th) $56,520
75th Percentile $75,000
90th Percentile $97,800

Chef Salary in Other Wisconsin Cities

Milwaukee, WI
$51,998
Pop. 577,222
Kenosha, WI
$50,868
Pop. 99,986
Green Bay, WI
$49,738
Pop. 107,395
Racine, WI
$48,607
Pop. 77,816

How to Become a Chef in Madison

Education

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