Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Minneapolis, MN-WI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI

Median annual salary $25,620 -24.1% vs national
Median hourly $12.32
10th percentile $23,030
90th percentile $36,390
Employed locally 26,660
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,030
    25th
    $23,370
    50th (median)
    $25,620
    75th
    $29,970
    90th
    $36,390

    Minneapolis economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $98,180 2023 • Census ACS
    Waiters and Waitresses salary vs area income 26% Median Waiters and Waitresses salary is 74% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Minneapolis?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Minneapolis, MN-WI is $12.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.81 or more per hour.

    Is Minneapolis above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Minneapolis, MN-WI is 24.1% 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 Minneapolis?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $23,030 per year in Minneapolis, MN-WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,370.