Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Colorado
Median annual wage in Colorado: $44,860 +27.3% vs national
Colorado vs United States
| Colorado | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $44,860 | $35,230 |
| Median hourly | $21.57 | $16.94 |
| Employment | 40,680 | 2,270,910 |
| Location quotient | 0.97 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Colorado) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
The numbers in context
The median wage in Colorado is 27.3% above the national median — a difference of about $9,630 per year for a typical worker.
For career planning: entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $30,800, median pay is $44,860, and experienced pay (90th percentile) reaches $78,160.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average waiters and waitresses salary in Colorado?
The median annual wage in Colorado is $44,860 ($21.57 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Colorado compare to the national average for waiters and waitresses?
The Colorado median of $44,860 is 27.3% higher than the U.S. median of $35,230.
How many waiters and waitresses work in Colorado?
Approximately 40,680 are employed in Colorado, per BLS OES.