Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Arizona
Waiters and Waitresses in Arizona earn a median of $43,950 a year, +25% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $43,950
- vs. U.S. median
- +25% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 55,950
Pay range in Arizona
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,580; the top 10% earn over $78,920. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Arizona
Similar jobs in Arizona
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$34,740 median in Arizona
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$32,510 median in Arizona
- Bartenders$45,070 median in Arizona
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$34,230 median in Arizona
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$35,390 median in Arizona
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$36,500 median in Arizona
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Arizona
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Arizona?
The median is $43,950 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,580 and the top 10% earn over $78,920. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arizona a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 51 (+25% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.