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Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Florida
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make in Florida?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$36,150
Median Annual Salary
▲
+22.2% vs 2024
$41,840
Mean Salary
$36,150
Median Salary
$17.38
Hourly Rate
207,180 people work as Waiters and Waitresses in Florida
Waiters and Waitresses salary by percentile in Florida
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Waiters and Waitresses in Florida earn a median salary of $36,150 per year ($3,012/month).
This is 6.4% above the national average of $33,965.
Florida ranks #20 out of 51 states for Waiters and Waitresses pay.
Approximately 207,180 people work in this occupation across Florida.
Salaries increased by 22.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Waiters and Waitresses
Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.62
Service Orientation
3.62
Social Perceptiveness
3.5
Coordination
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.37
English Language
3.75
Sales and Marketing
3.47
Food Production
3.25
Administration and Management
2.91
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(57.0% of workers)
Salaries for Waiters and Waitresses in Florida range from $27,230 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $63,580 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $28,550 and $47,590.
Median $36,150
P10: $27,230P25: $28,550P75: $47,590P90: $63,580
10th
$27,230
25th
$28,550
Median
$36,150
75th
$47,590
90th
$63,580
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$27,230
$13.09
$2,269
25th Percentile
$28,550
$13.73
$2,379
Median (50th)
$36,150
$17.38
$3,012
75th Percentile
$47,590
$22.88
$3,965
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$63,580
$30.57
$5,298
Note: The mean (average) salary of $41,840 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make in Florida?
The median annual salary for Waiters and Waitresses in Florida is $36,150 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $41,840.
What is the salary range for a Waiters and Waitresses in Florida?
Salaries for Waiters and Waitresses in Florida range from $27,230 at the 10th percentile to $63,580 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $28,550 and $47,590.
What is the starting salary for a Waiters and Waitresses in Florida?
Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses positions in Florida typically start around $27,230 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $28,550 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Waiters and Waitresses in Florida?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 207,180 people are employed as Waiters and Waitresses in Florida.
What is the hourly rate for a Waiters and Waitresses in Florida?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Waiters and Waitresses in Florida is approximately $17.38 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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