Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $26,800 -20.6% vs national
Median hourly $12.89
10th percentile $16,470
90th percentile $49,540
Employed locally 1,310
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,470
    25th
    $16,900
    50th (median)
    $26,800
    75th
    $37,310
    90th
    $49,540

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$27,570
    Cooks, Restaurant$30,570
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$36,580
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$33,680
    Food Preparation Workers$29,890
    Bartenders$21,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Northwestern Idaho is $12.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.85 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Northwestern Idaho is 20.6% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $16,470 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $16,900.