Waiters and Waitresses Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Waiters and Waitresses in New Jersey earn a median salary of $36,707 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +8.7% vs the national median of $33,760. An estimated 8,940 waiters and waitresses are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $36,350 to $37,360 depending on location.
$36,707
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$37,360
Highest paying metro
$36,350
Lowest paying metro
8,940
Employed in New Jersey
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Waiters and Waitresses salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | $37,360 | $33,470 | $54,370 | 2,200 |
| Vineland, NJ | $36,410 | $31,470 | $56,750 | 550 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $36,350 | $31,760 | $49,200 | 6,190 |