Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Texas
Waiters and Waitresses in Texas earn a median of $23,240 a year, −34% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $23,240
- vs. U.S. median
- −34% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 45 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 199,610
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $17,070; the top 10% earn over $47,590. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Texas
Similar jobs in Texas
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$27,080 median in Texas
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$26,610 median in Texas
- Bartenders$22,690 median in Texas
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$27,740 median in Texas
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$29,300 median in Texas
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$21,550 median in Texas
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Texas
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Texas?
The median is $23,240 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $17,070 and the top 10% earn over $47,590. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 45 of 51 (−34% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.