Chef Salary in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Average Chef salary data for Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA based on BLS occupational employment statistics.
Median Annual Salary
$72,220
In Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Salary Range
$49,110 – $103,630
10th–90th percentile
vs. National Average
+18.4%
Above national avg
National Comparison
The national median salary for a Chefs and Head Cooks is $60,990. In Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA, the median is $72,220 — 18.4% higher than the national average.