Average Chef Salary in Georgia

Hospitality · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Chef in Georgia earns $57,700 per year, which is below the national average of $58,920. This translates to approximately $27.74 per hour, $2,219 biweekly, or $4,808 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$43,300	$20.82
Average (50th)	$57,700	$27.74
Experienced (75th)	$66,400	$31.90
Top Earners (90th)	$75,000	$36.06

Chef Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$62,300	$5,192/mo
Augusta	$58,900	$4,908/mo
Savannah	$56,500	$4,708/mo
Athens	$54,800	$4,567/mo
Macon	$53,700	$4,475/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Hospitality
Typical Education	High school + experience
Job Growth (2022-2032)	5% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Chefs in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for hospitality professionals.

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