Average Chef Salary in Indiana

Hospitality · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Chef in Indiana earns $57,200 per year, which is below the national average of $58,920. This translates to approximately $27.50 per hour, $2,200 biweekly, or $4,767 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Indiana is 10% 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)	$42,900	$20.62
Average (50th)	$57,200	$27.50
Experienced (75th)	$65,800	$31.62
Top Earners (90th)	$74,400	$35.77

Chef Salary by City in Indiana

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Indianapolis	$61,800	$5,150/mo
Fort Wayne	$58,300	$4,858/mo
Evansville	$56,100	$4,675/mo
South Bend	$54,300	$4,525/mo
Carmel	$53,200	$4,433/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Hospitality
Typical Education	High school + experience
Job Growth (2022-2032)	5% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	Flat 3.05%
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.90 (-10% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Indiana

Major employers hiring Chefs in Indiana include Eli Lilly, Anthem, Cummins, Indiana University Health, and Salesforce. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for hospitality professionals.

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