Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Virginia
Waiters and Waitresses in Virginia earn a median of $44,760 a year, +27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $44,760
- vs. U.S. median
- +27% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 59,370
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $28,270; the top 10% earn over $74,130. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Virginia
Similar jobs in Virginia
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$30,490 median in Virginia
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$28,580 median in Virginia
- Bartenders$47,070 median in Virginia
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$30,110 median in Virginia
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$35,090 median in Virginia
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$32,410 median in Virginia
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Virginia
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Virginia?
The median is $44,760 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $28,270 and the top 10% earn over $74,130. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 51 (+27% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.