Chef / Culinary Salary in Boston, MA

The average Chef / Culinary in Boston, MA earns $66,000 per year, with most salaries falling between $50,400 and $85,200. That's 20% above the national average of $55,000 for this role.

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Chef / Culinary pay by experience in Boston, MA

ExperienceAverageTypical range
Entry-level$43,200$33,600 – $56,400
Mid-level$66,000$50,400 – $85,200
Senior$88,800$68,400 – $114,000
Staff / Lead$114,000$87,600 – $146,400
Executive$150,000$114,000 – $198,000

Salary percentiles (mid-level)

$57,600
$66,000
$76,800

Figures are modeled market estimates for Boston, MA based on Earnable's salary dataset, updated 2026. Your actual pay depends on company, skills, and negotiation — look up your exact number.

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