Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Colorado
Waiters and Waitresses in Colorado earn a median of $44,860 a year, +27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $44,860
- vs. U.S. median
- +27% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 40,680
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,800; the top 10% earn over $78,160. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Colorado
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- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$36,340 median in Colorado
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$38,380 median in Colorado
- Bartenders$38,170 median in Colorado
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$36,270 median in Colorado
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$38,900 median in Colorado
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$36,790 median in Colorado
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Colorado
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Colorado?
The median is $44,860 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,800 and the top 10% earn over $78,160. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 51 (+27% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.