Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $27,510 -18.5% vs national
Median hourly $13.23
10th percentile $15,690
90th percentile $44,330
Employed locally 1,600
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,690
    25th
    $17,600
    50th (median)
    $27,510
    75th
    $31,200
    90th
    $44,330

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $27,770
    Bartenders $22,160
    Cooks, Restaurant $34,980
    Food Preparation Workers $33,650
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $37,440
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $37,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Western Wisconsin is $13.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Western Wisconsin is 18.5% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $15,690 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,600.