Chef salary in Washington, DC

How much does a Chef make in Washington, DC?

Median base salary

Government data

$74,900

Median $74,900
Low $43,110High $102,870

Based on 4,680 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$43,110
25th percentile
$59,930
75th percentile
$80,060
90th percentile
$102,870

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