Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Northwestern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $28,120 -16.7% vs national
Median hourly $13.52
10th percentile $15,790
90th percentile $44,310
Employed locally 630
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,790
    25th
    $17,810
    50th (median)
    $28,120
    75th
    $30,390
    90th
    $44,310

    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 Northwestern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Bartenders $21,840
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $28,300
    Cooks, Restaurant $35,820
    Food Preparation Workers $30,190
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $37,310
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $36,570

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Northwestern Wisconsin is $13.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Northwestern Wisconsin is 16.7% 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 Northwestern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $15,790 per year in Northwestern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,810.