Average Chef Salary in Idaho

Hospitality · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Chef in Idaho earns $57,900 per year, which is below the national average of $58,920. This translates to approximately $27.84 per hour, $2,227 biweekly, or $4,825 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Idaho is 6% 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)	$43,400	$20.87
Average (50th)	$57,900	$27.84
Experienced (75th)	$66,600	$32.01
Top Earners (90th)	$75,300	$36.20

Chef Salary by City in Idaho

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Boise	$62,500	$5,208/mo
Meridian	$59,100	$4,925/mo
Nampa	$56,700	$4,725/mo
Idaho Falls	$55,000	$4,583/mo
Coeur d'Alene	$53,800	$4,483/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Hospitality
Typical Education	High school + experience
Job Growth (2022-2032)	5% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	Flat 5.8%
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.94 (-6% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Idaho

Major employers hiring Chefs in Idaho include Micron Technology, St. Luke's Health System, Albertsons, HP Inc., and Idaho National Lab. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for hospitality professionals.

Calculate Your Idaho Take-Home Pay

Want to see your actual paycheck after taxes? Use our free Idaho Take-Home Pay Calculator to see exactly how much you'll take home based on your salary, filing status, and deductions.