Food Servers Salary in Washington
Food Servers in Washington earn a median of $38,870 a year, +10% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $38,870
- vs. U.S. median
- +10% ($35,360)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,050
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,050; the top 10% earn over $50,910. Nationally the range is $28,030 to $46,120.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$37,710 median in Washington
- Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$49,670 median in Washington
- Waiters and Waitresses$56,130 median in Washington
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$41,420 median in Washington
- Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners$42,180 median in Washington
- Cooks, Fast Food$39,120 median in Washington
Food Servers pay in Washington
How much do food servers make in Washington?
The median is $38,870 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,050 and the top 10% earn over $50,910. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for food servers?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+10% vs. the national median of $35,360). Living costs are not included.