As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Culinary Instructor in Minneapolis, MN is $55,425, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,066 weekly, or $4,619 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Culinary Instructor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Culinary Instructor in Minneapolis, MN vary widely, spanning from $45,009 to $66,743. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,973) and 75th percentile ($61,349), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,743 per year. This $11,376 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Foodservice, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Minneapolis Culinary Instructor often earn 2.3% higher than national averages. However, Minneapolis currently ranks 230 statewide for Culinary Instructor 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
Culinary Instructor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Culinary Instructor Salary $45,009 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Culinary Instructor Salary $49,973 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Culinary Instructor Salary $55,425 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Culinary Instructor Salary $61,349 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Culinary Instructor Salary $66,743 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
25% $49,973 10% $45,009 90% $66,743 75% $61,349 $55,425 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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