Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Northwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $36,450 +8% vs national
Median hourly $17.52
10th percentile $29,990
90th percentile $78,310
Employed locally 4,220
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,990
    25th
    $29,990
    50th (median)
    $36,450
    75th
    $74,220
    90th
    $78,310

    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 Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cooks, Restaurant $38,290
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $34,940
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $54,910
    Bartenders $35,100
    Dishwashers $35,710
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers $35,720

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Northwest Colorado is $17.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.44 or more per hour.

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

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Northwest Colorado is 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $29,990 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,990.