Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Northeast Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,140 +27.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.74
10th percentile $29,430
90th percentile $82,610
Employed locally 850
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,430
    25th
    $32,390
    50th (median)
    $43,140
    75th
    $61,110
    90th
    $82,610

    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 Northeast Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$31,620
    Food Preparation Workers$31,600
    Cooks, Restaurant$44,370
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$45,460
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$37,230
    Cooks, Fast Food$35,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Northeast Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Northeast Maine is $20.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.79 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Maine above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Northeast Maine is 27.8% 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 Northeast Maine?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $29,430 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,390.