Chefs and Head Cooks Salary in District of Columbia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia
Chefs and Head Cooks in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $68,260 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +11.9% vs the national median of $60,990. An estimated 4,480 chefs and head cooks are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $68,260 to $68,260 depending on location.
$68,260
Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$68,260
Highest paying metro
$68,260
Lowest paying metro
4,480
Employed in District of Columbia
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Chefs and Head Cooks salaries by city in District of Columbia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $68,260 | $60,210 | $79,420 | 4,480 |