Average Chef Salary in North Carolina

Hospitality · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Chef in North Carolina earns $57,300 per year, which is below the national average of $58,920. This translates to approximately $27.55 per hour, $2,204 biweekly, or $4,775 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in North Carolina is 9% 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)	$43,000	$20.67
Average (50th)	$57,300	$27.55
Experienced (75th)	$65,900	$31.68
Top Earners (90th)	$74,500	$35.82

Chef Salary by City in North Carolina

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Charlotte	$61,900	$5,158/mo
Raleigh	$58,400	$4,867/mo
Durham	$56,200	$4,683/mo
Greensboro	$54,400	$4,533/mo
Winston-Salem	$53,300	$4,442/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Hospitality
Typical Education	High school + experience
Job Growth (2022-2032)	5% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	Flat 4.5%
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.91 (-9% vs national avg)

Top Employers in North Carolina

Major employers hiring Chefs in North Carolina include Bank of America, Duke Energy, Lowe's, Honeywell, and Red Hat. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for hospitality professionals.

Calculate Your North Carolina Take-Home Pay

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