Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Rhode Island
Waiters and Waitresses in Rhode Island earn a median of $35,420 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $35,420
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,160
Pay range in Rhode Island
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200; the top 10% earn over $62,680. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Rhode Island
Similar jobs in Rhode Island
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$31,400 median in Rhode Island
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$34,040 median in Rhode Island
- Bartenders$36,410 median in Rhode Island
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$31,490 median in Rhode Island
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$34,860 median in Rhode Island
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$31,200 median in Rhode Island
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Rhode Island
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Rhode Island?
The median is $35,420 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200 and the top 10% earn over $62,680. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Rhode Island a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 51 (+1% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.