Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Nebraska
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Nebraska
Waiters and Waitresses in Nebraska earn a median salary of $32,323 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, -4.3% vs the national median of $33,760. An estimated 13,700 waiters and waitresses are employed across Nebraska, with salaries ranging from $28,710 to $36,050 depending on location.
$32,323
Avg median salary in Nebraska
$36,050
Highest paying metro
$28,710
Lowest paying metro
13,700
Employed in Nebraska
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Waiters and Waitresses salaries by city in Nebraska
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, NE | $36,050 | $26,490 | $48,420 | 2,430 |
| Grand Island, NE | $35,790 | $24,960 | $47,130 | 510 |
| Omaha, NE-IA | $35,090 | $27,160 | $48,240 | 7,340 |
| South Nebraska | $29,490 | $24,960 | $44,380 | 1,980 |
| Northwest Nebraska | $28,810 | $24,960 | $43,430 | 490 |
| Northeast Nebraska | $28,710 | $24,960 | $42,170 | 950 |