Chefs and Head Cooks Salary in Northeast Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,670 -26.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.48
10th percentile $32,580
90th percentile $75,330
Employed locally 50
National median $60,990

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,580
    25th
    $39,120
    50th (median)
    $44,670
    75th
    $55,180
    90th
    $75,330

    Top-paying metros for Chefs and Head Cooks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $87,410
    Morgantown, WV $87,280
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $85,370
    Terre Haute, IN $83,880
    East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area $81,720
    Hawaii $81,200

    Related occupations in Northeast Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $29,110
    Waiters and Waitresses $28,710
    Food Preparation Workers $30,220
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $37,870
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $35,010
    Bartenders $27,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chefs and Head Cooks make per hour in Northeast Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Chefs and Head Cooks in Northeast Nebraska is $21.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.22 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Nebraska above or below average for Chefs and Head Cooks salaries?

    The median Chefs and Head Cooks salary in Northeast Nebraska is 26.8% below the national median of $60,990. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Chefs and Head Cooks in Northeast Nebraska?

    Entry-level Chefs and Head Cooks (10th percentile) earn around $32,580 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,120.