BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Chefs and Head Cooks in Kentucky earn between $31,550 and $88,410, with a mean of $55,770. The national average for this role is $66,700.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | $55,770 |
| National Average | $66,700 |
| Rhode Island | $84,860 |
| Hawaii | $80,720 |
| District of Columbia | $79,660 |
| New York | $74,840 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Kentucky. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.