How much does a chef and head cook make in Rhode Island?
$79,930a year
Median yearly pay for chef and head cooks in Rhode Island. That is $38.43 an hour or $6,661 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.43
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,680Median: $79,930Highest 10%: $127,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,680 | $27.25 | |
| 25th | $71,630 | $34.44 | |
| Median | $79,930 | $38.43 | |
| 75th | $96,180 | $46.24 | |
| 90th | $127,100 | $61.10 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $79,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chef and head cooks.
| 1. Rhode Island | $79,930 |
| 2. Hawaii | $77,360 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $76,420 |
| 4. Washington | $76,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chef and head cook make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $38.43 ($79,930 a year).
Do chef and head cooks make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $79,930 against $62,470 nationally, 28% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for chef and head cook pay?
Rhode Island ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays chef and head cooks the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $79,340 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.