Waiters and Waitresses pay in Bozeman
In Bozeman (MT), the median pay for waiters and waitresses is $12.68 an hour ($26,380 a year). About 1,200 people work in this job there.
That is 25% lower than the U.S. median ($35,230). It is 13% higher than the Montana median ($23,370).
Pay range for waiters and waitresses in Bozeman (MT)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.01 | $22,910 |
| 25% of workers | $11.53 | $23,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $12.68 | $26,380 |
| 75% of workers | $16.38 | $34,080 |
| 90% of workers | $24.59 | $51,150 |
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bozeman (this page) | $26,380 | 1,200 |
| Missoula | $23,210 | 930 |
| Helena | $23,020 | 520 |
| Billings | $22,940 | 1,320 |
| Great Falls | $22,270 | 450 |
Montana unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for waiters and waitresses
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 423,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Bozeman (MT)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,840 |
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