Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Nebraska
Median annual wage in Nebraska: $33,770 -4.1% vs national
Nebraska vs United States
| Nebraska | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $33,770 | $35,230 |
| Median hourly | $16.24 | $16.94 |
| Employment | 13,310 | 2,270,910 |
| Location quotient | 0.89 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Nebraska) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
A closer look
The mean wage of $39,590 sits 17.2% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
The median wage in Nebraska is 4.1% below the national median — a difference of about $1,460 per year for a typical worker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average waiters and waitresses salary in Nebraska?
The median annual wage in Nebraska is $33,770 ($16.24 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Nebraska compare to the national average for waiters and waitresses?
The Nebraska median of $33,770 is 4.1% lower than the U.S. median of $35,230.
How many waiters and waitresses work in Nebraska?
Approximately 13,310 are employed in Nebraska, per BLS OES.