Waiters and Waitresses Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $29,630 -12.2% vs national
Median hourly $14.25
10th percentile $24,960
90th percentile $64,110
Employed locally 3,630
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,960
    25th
    $26,720
    50th (median)
    $29,630
    75th
    $45,690
    90th
    $64,110

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$28,740
    Cooks, Restaurant$36,990
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$44,390
    Bartenders$29,200
    Food Preparation Workers$35,980
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$30,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in South Florida is $14.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.57 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in South Florida is 12.2% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $24,960 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,720.