Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Maine
Median annual wage in Maine: $43,370 +23.1% vs national
Maine vs United States
| Maine | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $43,370 | $35,230 |
| Median hourly | $20.85 | $16.94 |
| Employment | 9,090 | 2,270,910 |
| Location quotient | 0.97 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Maine) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
How to interpret these figures
The mean wage of $51,260 sits 18.2% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average waiters and waitresses salary in Maine?
The median annual wage in Maine is $43,370 ($20.85 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Maine compare to the national average for waiters and waitresses?
The Maine median of $43,370 is 23.1% higher than the U.S. median of $35,230.
How many waiters and waitresses work in Maine?
Approximately 9,090 are employed in Maine, per BLS OES.