Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Ohio
Waiters and Waitresses in Ohio earn a median of $36,700 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $36,700
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 77,250
Pay range in Ohio
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $23,820; the top 10% earn over $63,740. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Ohio
Similar jobs in Ohio
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$27,550 median in Ohio
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$28,540 median in Ohio
- Bartenders$30,880 median in Ohio
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$28,430 median in Ohio
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$30,440 median in Ohio
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$29,400 median in Ohio
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Ohio
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Ohio?
The median is $36,700 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $23,820 and the top 10% earn over $63,740. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Ohio a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 19 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.