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How much does a personal chef cost in Los Angeles, CA?

$28.61/hour

As of November 2024, the average starting cost of a personal chef in Los Angeles, CA is $28.61 per hour. The weekly rate for a personal chef in Los Angeles, CA is $1,144 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $3,719 for 130 hours of work.

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Data is based on rates in caregiver and provider profiles on Care.com. Last updated in November 2024.

Here's a comparison of personal chef costs in Los Angeles, CA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a personal chef in Los Angeles, CA is approximately 13% higher than California average starting rate of $25.39 per hour and 30% higher than the national average of $22.00.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Los Angeles, CA

$28.61/hr

$37.31/hr

California

$25.39/hr

$34.95/hr

United States

$22.00/hr

$31.03/hr

$28.61

$37.31

Los Angeles, CA

$25.39

$34.95

California

$22.00

$31.03

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for personal chefs near Los Angeles, CA

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable personal chef services. When evaluating personal chef pay rates in Los Angeles, CA and its surrounding areas, it is essential to follow the minimum wage regulations and understand the proper way to pay legally. There are multiple benefits of paying legally that should be considered, such as tax deductions and fostering a professional employment relationship.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Long Beach, CA

$21.80/hr

$27.60/hr

Culver City, CA

$35.00/hr

$39.80/hr

These are the most expensive cities for personal chefs near Los Angeles, CA

You may pay more per hour for a personal chef near Los Angeles, CA and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for personal chef services, a more competitive job market, and specific details surrounding your care needs (i.e. tasks, timeframe, frequency). As a result, it's important to consider these local factors when comparing personal chef rates and hiring a personal chef near Los Angeles, CA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Culver City, CA

$35.00/hr

$39.80/hr

Long Beach, CA

$21.80/hr

$27.60/hr

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