BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Waiters and Waitresses in Iowa earn between $15,080 and $47,980, with a mean of $26,940. The national average for this role is $40,062.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Iowa | $26,940 |
| 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. Iowa. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.