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Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Pennsylvania
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make in Pennsylvania?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$34,690
Median Annual Salary
▲
+14.5% vs 2024
$38,110
Mean Salary
$34,690
Median Salary
$16.68
Hourly Rate
82,300 people work as Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania
Waiters and Waitresses salary by percentile in Pennsylvania
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $34,690 per year ($2,890/month).
This is 2.1% above the national average of $33,965.
Pennsylvania ranks #25 out of 51 states for Waiters and Waitresses pay.
Approximately 82,300 people work in this occupation across Pennsylvania.
Salaries increased by 14.5% 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 Pennsylvania
Salaries for Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania range from $18,400 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $61,780 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $24,490 and $46,790.
Median $34,690
P10: $18,400P25: $24,490P75: $46,790P90: $61,780
10th
$18,400
25th
$24,490
Median
$34,690
75th
$46,790
90th
$61,780
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$18,400
$8.85
$1,533
25th Percentile
$24,490
$11.77
$2,040
Median (50th)
$34,690
$16.68
$2,890
75th Percentile
$46,790
$22.50
$3,899
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$61,780
$29.70
$5,148
Note: The mean (average) salary of $38,110 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Waiters and Waitresses make in Pennsylvania?
The median annual salary for Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania is $34,690 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $38,110.
What is the salary range for a Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania?
Salaries for Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania range from $18,400 at the 10th percentile to $61,780 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $24,490 and $46,790.
What is the starting salary for a Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania?
Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses positions in Pennsylvania typically start around $18,400 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $24,490 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 82,300 people are employed as Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania.
What is the hourly rate for a Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Waiters and Waitresses in Pennsylvania is approximately $16.68 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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