Waiters and Waitresses Salary in West South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $27,460 -18.7% vs national
Median hourly $13.20
10th percentile $25,260
90th percentile $34,450
Employed locally 1,100
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $25,260
    25th
    $26,540
    50th (median)
    $27,460
    75th
    $29,350
    90th
    $34,450

    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 West South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$28,820
    Bartenders$28,200
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$34,570
    Food Preparation Workers$29,120
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$38,920
    Cooks, Short Order$30,460

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in West South Dakota is $13.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $14.96 or more per hour.

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

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in West South Dakota is 18.7% 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 West South Dakota?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $25,260 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,540.