Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Binghamton, NY

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Binghamton, NY

Median annual salary $47,650 +41.1% vs national
Median hourly $22.91
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $80,520
Employed locally 1,430
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $33,290
    50th (median)
    $47,650
    75th
    $62,730
    90th
    $80,520

    Binghamton economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,347 2023 • Census ACS
    Waiters and Waitresses salary vs area income 75% Median Waiters and Waitresses salary is 25% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Binghamton, NY is $22.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.79 or more per hour.

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

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Binghamton, NY is 41.1% 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 Binghamton?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Binghamton, NY. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,290.