Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Oregon
Median annual wage in Oregon: $48,410 +37.4% vs national
Oregon vs United States
| Oregon | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $48,410 | $35,230 |
| Median hourly | $23.27 | $16.94 |
| Employment | 23,040 | 2,270,910 |
| Location quotient | 0.8 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Oregon) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Reading the data
The mean wage of $52,400 sits 8.2% 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 Oregon?
The median annual wage in Oregon is $48,410 ($23.27 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Oregon compare to the national average for waiters and waitresses?
The Oregon median of $48,410 is 37.4% higher than the U.S. median of $35,230.
How many waiters and waitresses work in Oregon?
Approximately 23,040 are employed in Oregon, per BLS OES.