Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Northwest Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $28,810 -14.7% vs national
Median hourly $13.85
10th percentile $24,960
90th percentile $55,900
Employed locally 490
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,960
    25th
    $24,960
    50th (median)
    $28,810
    75th
    $43,430
    90th
    $55,900

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $28,630
    Food Preparation Workers $29,260
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $37,430
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $34,270
    Bartenders $28,980
    Cooks, Restaurant $29,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Northwest Nebraska is $13.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.83 or more per hour.

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

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Northwest Nebraska is 14.7% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $24,960 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,960.