12. Colorado
Annual median wage: $45,180
Cost of living index: 102.1
Employment: 2,320
Colorado ranked 12th on our list of best states for chefs and head cooks and it is known for its big cities which explains its promising employment rates for chefs and head cooks, and also why it always belongs to lists of the best states in America. It does not skimp on job opportunities, and has a fairly sustainable cost of living rates. Their chefs and head cooks earn pretty well, as they have wages higher than the average. If you ever wonder where to try getting a cooking job next, you won’t go wrong with Colorado.
