Average Chef Salary in Ohio

Hospitality · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Chef in Ohio earns $56,800 per year, which is below the national average of $58,920. This translates to approximately $27.31 per hour, $2,185 biweekly, or $4,733 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Ohio is 12% 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)	$42,600	$20.48
Average (50th)	$56,800	$27.31
Experienced (75th)	$65,300	$31.40
Top Earners (90th)	$73,800	$35.48

Chef Salary by City in Ohio

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Columbus	$61,300	$5,108/mo
Cleveland	$57,900	$4,825/mo
Cincinnati	$55,700	$4,642/mo
Dayton	$54,000	$4,500/mo
Toledo	$52,800	$4,400/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Hospitality
Typical Education	High school + experience
Job Growth (2022-2032)	5% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	0%-3.75% (progressive)
State Minimum Wage	$10.45/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.88 (-12% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Ohio

Major employers hiring Chefs in Ohio include Cleveland Clinic, Procter & Gamble, Cardinal Health, Nationwide, and Progressive. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for hospitality professionals.

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