Waiters and Waitresses Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $22,110 -34.5% vs national
Median hourly $10.63
10th percentile $21,420
90th percentile $32,970
Employed locally 660
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,420
    25th
    $21,630
    50th (median)
    $22,110
    75th
    $24,080
    90th
    $32,970

    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 East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$28,430
    Bartenders$22,570
    Cooks, Restaurant$34,560
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$35,870
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$38,150
    Food Preparation Workers$29,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in East-Central Montana is $10.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.44 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in East-Central Montana is 34.5% 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $21,420 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,630.