Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,560 -15.4% vs national
Median hourly $13.73
10th percentile $16,960
90th percentile $57,920
Employed locally 2,360
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,960
    25th
    $21,280
    50th (median)
    $28,560
    75th
    $41,830
    90th
    $57,920

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $28,150
    Cooks, Restaurant $35,000
    Bartenders $21,680
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $37,470
    Food Preparation Workers $28,010
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers $25,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $13.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.92 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 15.4% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $16,960 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,280.