Chef salary in Ames, IA

How much does a Chef make in Ames, IA?

Median base salary

Government data

$51,360

Median $51,360
Low $36,210High $88,710

Based on 60 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Ames, IA (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$36,210
25th percentile
$44,760
75th percentile
$68,320
90th percentile
$88,710

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