Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Oregon
Waiters and Waitresses in Oregon earn a median of $48,410 a year, +37% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $48,410
- vs. U.S. median
- +37% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 23,040
Pay range in Oregon
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200; the top 10% earn over $77,620. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Oregon
Similar jobs in Oregon
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$40,720 median in Oregon
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$34,110 median in Oregon
- Bartenders$38,900 median in Oregon
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$35,050 median in Oregon
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$36,620 median in Oregon
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$36,800 median in Oregon
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Oregon
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Oregon?
The median is $48,410 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200 and the top 10% earn over $77,620. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Oregon a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+37% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.