Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Arkansas
Waiters and Waitresses in Arkansas earn a median of $24,680 a year, −30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $24,680
- vs. U.S. median
- −30% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 42 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 17,880
Pay range in Arkansas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $23,040; the top 10% earn over $43,810. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Arkansas
Similar jobs in Arkansas
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$26,760 median in Arkansas
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$28,050 median in Arkansas
- Bartenders$25,090 median in Arkansas
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$26,250 median in Arkansas
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$27,600 median in Arkansas
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$27,670 median in Arkansas
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Arkansas
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Arkansas?
The median is $24,680 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $23,040 and the top 10% earn over $43,810. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arkansas a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 42 of 51 (−30% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.