Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Flagstaff, AZ
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Flagstaff, AZ
Median annual salary
$35,710
+5.8% vs national
Median hourly
$17.17
10th percentile
$29,850
90th percentile
$74,790
Employed locally
2,290
National median
$33,760
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Flagstaff economic context
Unemployment rate
3.90%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$69,748
2023 • Census ACS
Waiters and Waitresses salary vs area income
51%
Median Waiters and Waitresses salary is 49% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Flagstaff?
The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Flagstaff, AZ is $17.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.38 or more per hour.
Is Flagstaff above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?
The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Flagstaff, AZ is 5.8% 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 Flagstaff?
Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $29,850 per year in Flagstaff, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,540.