As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chocolatier in Buffalo, NY is $26,004, equivalent to $13 per hour, $500 weekly, or $2,167 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chocolatier in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chocolatier in Buffalo, NY vary widely, spanning from $21,114 to $29,385. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($23,444) and 75th percentile ($27,774), while top earners (90th percentile) make $29,385 per year. This $4,330 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Attention to Detail or Customer Satisfaction, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Buffalo Chocolatier often earn 9.0% lower than national averages. However, Buffalo currently ranks 478 statewide for Chocolatier job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chocolatier Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $21,114 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $23,444 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $26,004 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $27,774 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chocolatier Salary $29,385 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
25% $23,444 10% $21,114 90% $29,385 75% $27,774 $26,004 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Chocolatier

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Pastry Chef

    3 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chocolatier in Buffalo, NY. The base salary for Chocolatier ranges from $23,444 to $27,774 with the average base salary of $26,004. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $26,612 to $35,157 with the average total cash compensation of $30,517.
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