Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $21,840 -35.3% vs national
Median hourly $10.50
10th percentile $15,220
90th percentile $45,740
Employed locally 1,980
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,220
    25th
    $16,200
    50th (median)
    $21,840
    75th
    $33,600
    90th
    $45,740

    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 Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $22,580
    Cooks, Fast Food $22,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $30,270
    Food Preparation Workers $21,780
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $28,950
    Cooks, Restaurant $28,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Central Kentucky is $10.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.58 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Central Kentucky is 35.3% 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 Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $15,220 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $16,200.