Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Border Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $25,340 -24.9% vs national
Median hourly $12.19
10th percentile $17,480
90th percentile $50,020
Employed locally 690
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $17,480
    25th
    $17,710
    50th (median)
    $25,340
    75th
    $34,440
    90th
    $50,020

    Top-paying metros for Waiters and Waitresses

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $71,920
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $66,350
    Vermont $60,910
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $60,840
    Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $53,460
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $48,760

    Related occupations in Border Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$22,600
    Food Preparation Workers$24,830
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$33,280
    Cooks, Restaurant$28,480
    Bartenders$22,680
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$23,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Border Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Border Region of Texas is $12.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.12 or more per hour.

    Is Border Region of Texas above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Border Region of Texas is 24.9% below 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 Border Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $17,480 per year in Border Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,710.