Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $21,160 -37.3% vs national
Median hourly $10.18
10th percentile $15,500
90th percentile $32,970
Employed locally 620
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,500
    25th
    $16,820
    50th (median)
    $21,160
    75th
    $26,190
    90th
    $32,970

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cooks, Fast Food $23,250
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $22,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $33,210
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $22,980
    Cooks, Restaurant $28,230
    Food Preparation Workers $22,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Northwest Alabama is $10.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $16.75 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Northwest Alabama is 37.3% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $15,500 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $16,820.