Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Montana
Waiters and Waitresses in Montana earn a median of $23,370 a year, −34% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $23,370
- vs. U.S. median
- −34% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 44 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,200
Pay range in Montana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $21,940; the top 10% earn over $45,420. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Montana
Similar jobs in Montana
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$28,910 median in Montana
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$34,420 median in Montana
- Bartenders$26,010 median in Montana
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$29,090 median in Montana
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$32,090 median in Montana
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$27,510 median in Montana
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Montana
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Montana?
The median is $23,370 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $21,940 and the top 10% earn over $45,420. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Montana a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 44 of 51 (−34% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.