Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Bangor, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bangor, ME

Median annual salary $38,630 +14.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.57
10th percentile $29,430
90th percentile $89,660
Employed locally 820
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,430
    25th
    $31,010
    50th (median)
    $38,630
    75th
    $62,000
    90th
    $89,660

    Bangor economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,248 2023 • Census ACS
    Waiters and Waitresses salary vs area income 61% Median Waiters and Waitresses salary is 39% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Bangor?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Bangor, ME is $18.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.84 or more per hour.

    Is Bangor above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Bangor, ME is 14.4% above the national median of $33,760. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Waiters and Waitresses in Bangor?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $29,430 per year in Bangor, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,010.