Waiters and Waitresses pay in Reno
In Reno (NV), the median pay for waiters and waitresses is $12.36 an hour ($25,700 a year). About 4,220 people work in this job there.
That is 27% lower than the U.S. median ($35,230). It is 3% lower than the Nevada median ($26,410).
Pay range for waiters and waitresses in Reno (NV)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.00 | $24,960 |
| 25% of workers | $12.00 | $24,960 |
| Half of workers (median) | $12.36 | $25,700 |
| 75% of workers | $13.64 | $28,360 |
| 90% of workers | $17.58 | $36,570 |
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Nevada metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas | $27,110 | 36,160 |
| Carson City | $26,670 | 390 |
| Reno (this page) | $25,700 | 4,220 |
Nevada unemployment rate: 4.8% (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 Reno (NV)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,530 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $42,590 |
| Bartenders | $25,770 |
| Food Preparation Workers | $32,180 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $26,030 |
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