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Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$38,460
Median Annual Salary
▲
+5.7% vs 2024
$44,480
Mean Salary
$38,460
Median Salary
$18.49
Hourly Rate
54,670 people work as Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts
Waiters and Waitresses salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $38,460 per year ($3,205/month).
This is 13.2% above the national average of $33,965.
Massachusetts ranks #12 out of 51 states for Waiters and Waitresses pay.
Approximately 54,670 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 5.7% 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)
Salary Range: Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts
Salaries for Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts range from $31,790 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $62,200 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,290 and $45,700.
Median $38,460
P10: $31,790P25: $35,290P75: $45,700P90: $62,200
10th
$31,790
25th
$35,290
Median
$38,460
75th
$45,700
90th
$62,200
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,790
$15.28
$2,649
25th Percentile
$35,290
$16.97
$2,940
Median (50th)
$38,460
$18.49
$3,205
75th Percentile
$45,700
$21.97
$3,808
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$62,200
$29.90
$5,183
Note: The mean (average) salary of $44,480 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts is $38,460 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $44,480.
What is the salary range for a Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts range from $31,790 at the 10th percentile to $62,200 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,290 and $45,700.
What is the starting salary for a Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses positions in Massachusetts typically start around $31,790 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,290 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 54,670 people are employed as Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Waiters and Waitresses in Massachusetts is approximately $18.49 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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