Chef Salary in Ames, IA
Average Chef salary data for Ames, IA based on BLS occupational employment statistics.
Median Annual Salary
$43,870
In Ames, IA
Salary Range
$30,550 – $72,070
10th–90th percentile
vs. National Average
-28.1%
Below national avg
National Comparison
The national median salary for a Chefs and Head Cooks is $60,990. In Ames, IA, the median is $43,870 — 28.1% lower than the national average.