As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sushi Chef in Foothill Ranch, CA is $40,789, equivalent to $20 per hour, $784 weekly, or $3,399 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Sushi Chef in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Sushi Chef in Foothill Ranch, CA vary widely, spanning from $33,109 to $46,083. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,769) and 75th percentile ($43,560), while top earners (90th percentile) make $46,083 per year. This $6,791 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Foothill Ranch Sushi Chef often earn 1.1% higher than national averages. 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
Sushi Chef Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sushi Chef Salary $33,109 Foothill Ranch, CA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sushi Chef Salary $36,769 Foothill Ranch, CA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sushi Chef Salary $40,789 Foothill Ranch, CA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sushi Chef Salary $43,560 Foothill Ranch, CA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sushi Chef Salary $46,083 Foothill Ranch, CA October 01, 2026
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About Foothill Ranch, California    Foothill Ranch (FHR) was a census-designated place in Orange County, California, United States. The population was 10,899 at the 2000 census. Foothill....More

Foothill Ranch, California  area prices were up 3.0% from a year ago

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