Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,480 +43.6% vs national
Median hourly $23.31
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $119,050
Employed locally 2,890
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $29,120
    50th (median)
    $48,480
    75th
    $78,200
    90th
    $119,050

    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 Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $33,430
    Cooks, Restaurant $46,340
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $51,640
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers $43,750
    Dishwashers $37,030
    Food Preparation Workers $38,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Hawaii / Kauai is $23.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.62 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 43.6% 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 Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,120.