Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,320 +37.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.27
10th percentile $35,150
90th percentile $81,010
Employed locally 1,300
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,150
    25th
    $43,890
    50th (median)
    $46,320
    75th
    $52,830
    90th
    $81,010

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $35,920
    Cooks, Restaurant $38,210
    Food Preparation Workers $37,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $47,850
    Bartenders $45,260
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $45,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Eastern Washington is $22.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.09 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Eastern Washington is 37.2% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $35,150 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,890.