Kitchen Salary in the United States

How much does a Kitchen make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Kitchen in the United States is $45,155 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Kitchen's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,287
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,444 to $50,459
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,065
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Kitchen Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $50,459 $4,205 $970 $24
Average $45,155 $3,763 $868 $22
25th Percentile $41,444 $3,454 $797 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Kitchen Salaries

A Kitchen's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Kitchen Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Kitchen's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $45,928
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,745
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,373
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,443
  • Expert (over 8 years): $115,647
Levels Salary
Kitchen Level Kitchen$45,928
Data Cont... Level Kitchen$50,745
Data Cont... Level Kitchen$57,373
Data Cont... Level Kitchen$88,443
Data Gove... Level Kitchen$115,647
$45,928 0 yr
$50,745 < 2 yrs
$57,373 2-4 yrs
$88,443 5-8 yrs
$115,647 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Kitchen Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Kitchens. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $49,996.
  • California: $49,806.
  • Massachusetts: $49,142.

Top Paying Cities for Kitchens

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $56,954
  • San Francisco: $56,331
  • Oakland: $55,144

What Skills Can Increase a Kitchen's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.5% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Quality (Mentioned in 2.81% Job Postings): Data quality refers to the condition of a set of values of qualitative or quantitative variables. There are many definitions of data quality but data is generally considered high quality if it is "fit for [its] intended uses in operations, decision making and planning". Alternatively, data is deemed of high quality if it correctly represents the real-world construct to which it refers. Furthermore, apart from these definitions, as data volume increases, the question of internal data consistency becomes significant, regardless of fitness for use for any particular external purpose. People's views on data quality can often be in disagreement, even when discussing the same set of data used for the same purpose. Data cleansing may be required in order to ensure data quality.
  • ERP Systems (Mentioned in 1.8% Job Postings): Leveraging advanced tools and software systems to automate and manage core business functions cost-effectively to maximize performance.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.5%
Data Quality 2.81%
ERP Systems 1.8%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Kitchen's salary.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 81%.
  • Data System: Can increase your salary by up to 52%.
  • SQL: Can increase your salary by up to 46%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Interpersonal Communication
$81,731
81%
Data System
$68,636
52%
SQL
$65,927
46%
Coordination
$64,120
42%
Microsoft Word
$63,217
40%
Data Mining
$62,766
39%
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Kitchen Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Kitchen roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Kitchen positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Kitchen as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Kitchen

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$56,444$27.025%
Energy & Utilities$54,186$26.020%
Aerospace & Defense$51,928$25.015%
Software & Networking$51,928$25.015%
Construction$49,671$24.010%

How Education impacts a Kitchen's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Kitchens enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Kitchen with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $41,636 and $44,620).

Kitchen Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Kitchen
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 36.1%
Associates 24.5%
Bachelors 32.0%
Masters 6.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Kitchen Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Kitchen's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Kitchen

Salaries for a Kitchen can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,191 in 2023 to around $52,745 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Kitchen salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Kitchen Over Time

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  • Brassica in Bexley

    Columbus, OH

    Brassica in Bexley | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Be part of a team that’s changing what fast food can be: fresh, local, and full of heart. At Brassica, we cook with purpo... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Wendy's

    Columbus, OH

    Wendy's | Columbus, OH

    Wendy's - 3213 PRINCETON ROAD - Responsibilities: Ensure quality, service, production, and food safety compliance. Mentor and train team members. Deliver h... more

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  • Fogo de Cho

    Columbus, OH

    Fogo de Cho | Columbus, OH

    Kitchen Prep. At Fogo de Cho, we strive to give our guests an unforgettable dining experience of discovery while showcasing the Culinary Art of Churrasco. ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Battle Green

    Columbus, OH

    Battle Green | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Kitchen Agents play a vital role in our edibles production team, crafting high-quality cannabis-infused prod... more

    7 Days Ago

  • JT's Pizza and Pub

    Columbus, OH

    JT's Pizza and Pub | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Kitchen Manager – JT’s Pizza & Pub. Locations: Grandview. Schedule: Full-time. Reports to: General Manager. ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Massey's Pizza

    Columbus, OH

    Massey's Pizza | Columbus, OH

    Kitchen Help/Pizza Maker. Massey's Pizza Beechcroft Franchise Team is looking for energetic team members to join our team. We are now hiring for Kitchen He... more

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FAQ about Kitchen

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Kitchen?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Kitchen roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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