Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Maryland
Waiters and Waitresses in Maryland earn a median of $36,750 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $36,750
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 38,120
Pay range in Maryland
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200; the top 10% earn over $62,210. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Maryland
Similar jobs in Maryland
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$34,860 median in Maryland
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$34,020 median in Maryland
- Bartenders$37,580 median in Maryland
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$33,660 median in Maryland
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$36,650 median in Maryland
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$37,020 median in Maryland
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Maryland
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Maryland?
The median is $36,750 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200 and the top 10% earn over $62,210. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maryland a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.