Waiters and Waitresses pay in Idaho
The employment-weighted average of local median wages for Waiters and Waitresses in Idaho is $31,350, based on 11,640 workers. Among the 44 states with published data, that ranks number 29. The BLS national median for the occupation is $35,230, so Idaho averages 11.0% below it.
Published data for Idaho currently covers the Boise City, ID area, with a local median wage of $35,830.
Cost of living for Waiters and Waitresses in Idaho
We compare 5 Idaho counties after federal, Social Security, Medicare and state taxes and the four basics: a one-bedroom rental, food, home energy and gasoline. Gem County, ID leaves the largest yearly margin, $11,896. Boise County, ID leaves the smallest, $7,984. The median wage covers all four basics in 5 of the 5 counties.
Waiters and Waitresses in other states
The states with the highest average local median wages for Waiters and Waitresses are Washington ($54,839), Oregon ($50,502), New York ($47,178) and District of Columbia ($46,040).
Frequently asked questions: Waiters and Waitresses in Idaho
How much do Waiters and Waitresses earn in Idaho?
The employment-weighted average of local median wages is $31,350.
Which Idaho county is best for Waiters and Waitresses?
Gem County, ID leaves the largest yearly margin after taxes and the four basics ($11,896). Ada County, ID follows at $7,984.