BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Waiters and Waitresses in Illinois earn between $31,200 and $49,470, with a mean of $35,610. The national average for this role is $40,062.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Illinois | $35,610 |
| National Average | $40,062 |
| Hawaii | $68,260 |
| Washington | $60,590 |
| District of Columbia | $59,510 |
| Vermont | $58,850 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Illinois. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.