Waiter and Waitress Salary in Georgia
Based on 76K+ workers in Georgia
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (GA)
$18,700
$8.99/hr
vs National Average
$33,965
-44.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$15K – $47K
76K employed in Georgia
Salary Distribution — Waiter and Waitress in Georgia
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $15,080 |
| 25th percentile | $15,080 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $18,700 |
| 75th percentile | $35,850 |
| 90th percentile | $46,860 |
Top-Paying Industries for Waiter and Waitress (U.S.)
Which industries pay Waiter and Waitresss the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Waiter and Waitresss in Georgia tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $79,660 | — |
| Administrative and Support Services | $37,090 | 16K |
| Educational Services | $36,680 | 780 |
| Manufacturing | $36,380 | 18K |
| Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | $36,090 | 6K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Waiter and Waitress in Georgia vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Georgia) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,700 |
| 2026 (projected) | $19,261 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Georgia Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,700 | $33,965 |
| 2026 (projected) | $19,261 | $34,984 |
Waiter and Waitress Salary by Experience Level in Georgia
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $15,080 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $18,700 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $35,850 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $46,860 |
Waiter and Waitress Salary in Other States
Related Waiter and Waitress Salaries in Georgia
How other high-demand occupations in Georgia compare to Waiter and Waitress ($18,700 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Waiter and Waitress | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Cook in GA | $35,940 | +92.2% | $17.28/hr |
| Fast Food and Counter Worker in GA | $26,920 | +44.0% | $12.94/hr |
| Cashier in GA | $29,070 | +55.5% | $13.98/hr |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide in GA | $29,270 | +56.5% | $14.07/hr |
| Retail Salesperson in GA | $30,840 | +64.9% | $14.83/hr |
| Security Guard in GA | $34,980 | +87.1% | $16.82/hr |
| Stocker and Order Filler in GA | $35,620 | +90.5% | $17.13/hr |
| Receptionist in GA | $36,100 | +93.0% | $17.36/hr |
| Nursing Assistant (CNA) in GA | $37,680 | +101.5% | $18.12/hr |
| Construction Laborer in GA | $38,990 | +108.5% | $18.75/hr |
| Customer Service Representative in GA | $39,630 | +111.9% | $19.05/hr |
| Medical Assistant in GA | $41,600 | +122.5% | $20.00/hr |