Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Central North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $27,360 -19% vs national
Median hourly $13.16
10th percentile $16,290
90th percentile $55,300
Employed locally 2,360
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,290
    25th
    $17,360
    50th (median)
    $27,360
    75th
    $44,350
    90th
    $55,300

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cooks, Fast Food$23,350
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$26,000
    Cooks, Restaurant$30,110
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$36,700
    Food Preparation Workers$26,380
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$30,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Central North Carolina is $13.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Central North Carolina is 19% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $16,290 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,360.