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Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Oregon
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make in Oregon?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$48,410
Median Annual Salary
▲
+42.7% vs 2024
$52,400
Mean Salary
$48,410
Median Salary
$23.27
Hourly Rate
23,040 people work as Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon
Waiters and Waitresses salary by percentile in Oregon
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon earn a median salary of $48,410 per year ($4,034/month).
This is 42.5% above the national average of $33,965.
Oregon ranks #4 out of 51 states for Waiters and Waitresses pay.
Approximately 23,040 people work in this occupation across Oregon.
Salaries increased by 42.7% 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)
Salaries for Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon range from $31,200 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $77,620 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,240 and $63,620.
Median $48,410
P10: $31,200P25: $35,240P75: $63,620P90: $77,620
10th
$31,200
25th
$35,240
Median
$48,410
75th
$63,620
90th
$77,620
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,200
$15.00
$2,600
25th Percentile
$35,240
$16.94
$2,936
Median (50th)
$48,410
$23.27
$4,034
75th Percentile
$63,620
$30.59
$5,301
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$77,620
$37.32
$6,468
Note: The mean (average) salary of $52,400 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make in Oregon?
The median annual salary for Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon is $48,410 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $52,400.
What is the salary range for a Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon?
Salaries for Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon range from $31,200 at the 10th percentile to $77,620 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,240 and $63,620.
What is the starting salary for a Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon?
Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses positions in Oregon typically start around $31,200 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,240 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 23,040 people are employed as Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon.
What is the hourly rate for a Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon is approximately $23.27 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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