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Chefs and Head Cooks average salary by city in Puerto Rico
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan | $43,240 | $35,990 | $27,140 | n/a | n/a |
| Aguadilla | $37,290 | $31,060 | $26,350 | n/a | n/a |
| Mayaguez | $36,960 | $26,440 | $23,130 | n/a | n/a |
| Ponce | $36,230 | $30,800 | $23,480 | n/a | n/a |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 35-1011.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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