Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Alaska
Waiters and Waitresses in Alaska earn a median of $26,310 a year, −25% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $26,310
- vs. U.S. median
- −25% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,830
Pay range in Alaska
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $24,770; the top 10% earn over $64,080. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Alaska
Similar jobs in Alaska
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$30,210 median in Alaska
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$34,680 median in Alaska
- Bartenders$30,460 median in Alaska
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$33,280 median in Alaska
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$38,090 median in Alaska
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$27,040 median in Alaska
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Alaska
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Alaska?
The median is $26,310 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $24,770 and the top 10% earn over $64,080. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alaska a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 40 of 51 (−25% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.