Food Servers Salary in New York
Food Servers in New York earn a median of $39,370 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $39,370
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($35,360)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 17,520
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,110; the top 10% earn over $52,630. Nationally the range is $28,030 to $46,120.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$35,250 median in New York
- Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$45,880 median in New York
- Waiters and Waitresses$47,020 median in New York
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$36,740 median in New York
- Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners$41,950 median in New York
- Cooks, Fast Food$35,770 median in New York
Food Servers pay in New York
How much do food servers make in New York?
The median is $39,370 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,110 and the top 10% earn over $52,630. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for food servers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+11% vs. the national median of $35,360). Living costs are not included.