Food Servers, Nonrestaurant Salary by Percentile

$15,603 $50,637
10th pct Median: $29,440 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)$15,603$7.50
25th Percentile$21,197$10.19
50th (Median)$29,440$14.15
75th Percentile$40,627$19.53
90th (Top Earners)$50,637$24.34
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

# State Median Annual Median Hourly
1 District of Columbia (DC) $38,861 $18.68
2 California (CA) $36,800 $17.69
3 Massachusetts (MA) $35,917 $17.27
4 New York (NY) $35,917 $17.27
5 New Jersey (NJ) $35,328 $16.98
6 Connecticut (CT) $34,739 $16.70
7 Maryland (MD) $34,739 $16.70
8 Hawaii (HI) $33,856 $16.28
9 Alaska (AK) $32,973 $15.85
10 Washington (WA) $32,973 $15.85
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

Food Servers, Nonrestaurant work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the food service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: No formal credential

Job Outlook for Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

Projected Growth
+7%
2022-2032
▲ 7% (Faster than average)
Annual Job Openings
1,505,900
projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Food Servers, Nonrestaurant make?
The median annual salary for Food Servers, Nonrestaurant is $29,440 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $15,603, while the top 10% earn $50,637 or more.
What is the hourly wage for Food Servers, Nonrestaurant?
Food Servers, Nonrestaurant earn a median hourly wage of $14.15 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $29,440 annually.
Is Food Servers, Nonrestaurant a good-paying career?
With a median salary of $29,440, Food Servers, Nonrestaurant represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).
What education do Food Servers, Nonrestaurant need?
Typical entry-level education: No formal credential. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.

Food Servers, Nonrestaurant Salary by State

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Alabama
$25,907/yr
Alaska
$32,973/yr
Arizona
$28,851/yr
Arkansas
$24,730/yr
California
$36,800/yr
Colorado
$31,795/yr
Connecticut
$34,739/yr
Delaware
$30,912/yr
Florida
$28,262/yr
Georgia
$27,379/yr
Hawaii
$33,856/yr
Idaho
$26,496/yr
Illinois
$30,912/yr
Indiana
$26,790/yr
Iowa
$26,496/yr
Kansas
$26,496/yr
Kentucky
$26,202/yr
Louisiana
$25,907/yr
Maine
$27,379/yr
Maryland
$34,739/yr
Massachusetts
$35,917/yr
Michigan
$28,262/yr
Minnesota
$30,618/yr
Mississippi
$23,846/yr
Missouri
$26,790/yr
Montana
$25,907/yr
Nebraska
$26,496/yr
Nevada
$29,146/yr
New Hampshire
$31,795/yr
New Jersey
$35,328/yr
New Mexico
$25,613/yr
New York
$35,917/yr
North Carolina
$27,379/yr
North Dakota
$27,968/yr
Ohio
$27,379/yr
Oklahoma
$25,613/yr
Oregon
$31,206/yr
Pennsylvania
$29,734/yr
Rhode Island
$30,912/yr
South Carolina
$26,496/yr
South Dakota
$25,907/yr
Tennessee
$26,496/yr
Texas
$28,557/yr
Utah
$28,557/yr
Vermont
$28,851/yr
Virginia
$31,501/yr
Washington
$32,973/yr
West Virginia
$24,141/yr
Wisconsin
$27,968/yr
Wyoming
$27,085/yr