What are the main factors that influence a Server's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Server's salary?

A Server's salary grows with experience: a Server (0-1 years)earns $24,829, an Assistant Restaurant Manager (1-3 years)earns $43,036, a Restaurant Manager (3-5 years)earns $58,114, a Regional Restaurant Manager (5+ years)earns $87,413, a Restaurant Director (5+ years)earns $121,616,

What are the highest paying states for a Server?

Server salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Server roles are District of Columbia $27,084, California $26,982, Massachusetts $26,622. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Server roles make?

Salaries for Server level roles vary by specialization: Server Administrator: $114,781; Banquet Server: $32,300; Banquet Server - Casino: $32,237; Server - Institution: $31,700; Bartender/Server: $28,420.

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Server Salary in Delaware

How much does a Server make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Server in Delaware is $24,829 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $12.

However, a Server's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $28,217
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $22,809 to $26,602
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $20,970

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Server Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$26,602	$2,217	$512	$13
Average	$24,829	$2,069	$477	$12
25th Percentile	$22,809	$1,901	$439	$11

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Key Factors That Influence Server Salaries

A Server's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Server Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Server's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Server (0-1 years): $24,829
Assistant Restaurant Manager (1-3 years): $43,036
Restaurant Manager (3-5 years): $58,114
Regional Restaurant Manager (5+ years): $87,413
Restaurant Director (5+ years): $121,616

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Server	0-1 years	$24,829
Assistant Restaurant Manager	1-3 years	$43,036
Restaurant Manager	3-5 years	$58,114
Regional Restaurant Manager	5+ years	$87,413
Restaurant Director	5+ years	$121,616

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How Do Server Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Servers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $27,084.
California: $26,982.
Massachusetts: $26,622.

District of Columbia $27,084 California $26,982 Massachusetts $26,622 Washington $26,524 New Jersey $26,514 Alaska $26,480 Connecticut $26,143 New York $26,006

Hawaii $25,568 Rhode Island $25,362 Maryland $25,223 Minnesota $25,032 Colorado $24,959 Illinois $24,934 Oregon $24,841 Delaware $24,773

New Hampshire $24,730 Virginia $24,633 Pennsylvania $24,352 Nevada $24,210 North Dakota $24,164 Michigan $24,090 Wisconsin $24,063 Vermont $24,009

Texas $23,860 Maine $23,850 Arizona $23,836 Ohio $23,819 Georgia $23,594 Indiana $23,481 Wyoming $23,459 Utah $23,425

Iowa $23,410 Kansas $23,293 Louisiana $23,258 North Carolina $23,246 Missouri $23,241 Florida $23,146 Montana $23,095 Nebraska $23,046

Kentucky $23,019 South Carolina $22,921 Tennessee $22,860 Idaho $22,835 New Mexico $22,657 Oklahoma $22,618 Alabama $22,473 South Dakota $22,231

Arkansas $22,099 West Virginia $22,028 Mississippi $21,815

Top Paying Cities for Servers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $25,639
Little Creek: $25,401
Magnolia: $25,507

Lincoln, DE $25,639 Little Creek, DE $25,401 Magnolia, DE $25,507 Milford, DE $25,639 Marydel, DE $25,306 Millsboro, DE $25,639 Millville, DE $25,810 Milton, DE $25,639

Nassau, DE $25,639 Ocean View, DE $25,810 Rehoboth Beach, DE $25,810 Seaford, DE $25,370 Selbyville, DE $25,810 Smyrna, DE $25,277 Viola, DE $25,507 Woodside, DE $25,433

Bear, DE $25,091 Newark, DE $25,100 Claymont, DE $25,120 Delaware City, DE $25,100 Hockessin, DE $25,120 Kirkwood, DE $25,100 Middletown, DE $25,225 Montchanin, DE $25,120

New Castle, DE $25,120 Odessa, DE $25,259 Port Penn, DE $25,032 Rockland, DE $25,120 Saint Georges, DE $25,100 Townsend, DE $25,223 Winterthur, DE $25,120 Lewes, DE $25,639

Wilmington, DE $25,120 Dover, DE $25,389 Dover Afb, DE $25,448 Bethany Beach, DE $25,810 Bethel, DE $25,370 Bridgeville, DE $25,639 Camden Wyoming, DE $25,416 Cheswold, DE $25,330

Clayton, DE $25,267 Dagsboro, DE $25,810 Delmar, DE $25,370 Ellendale, DE $25,639 Felton, DE $25,639 Fenwick Island, DE $25,810 Frankford, DE $25,810 Frederica, DE $25,639

Georgetown, DE $25,639 Greenwood, DE $25,639 Harbeson, DE $25,639 Harrington, DE $25,639 Hartly, DE $25,255 Houston, DE $25,639 Kenton, DE $25,267 Laurel, DE $25,370

Yorklyn, DE $25,120

Server Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Server's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$22,809

Average $24,829/year

$26,602

$1,901

Average $2,069/month

$2,217

$439

Average $477/week

$512

$11

Average $12/hour

$13

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$26,602	$2,217	$512	$13
Average	$24,829	$2,069	$477	$12
25th Percentile	$22,809	$1,901	$439	$11

Server Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Server, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Server Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Fast Food Shift Supervisor	$35,264	42%
Fine Dining Restaurant Manager	$60,306	143%
Food & Beverage Supervisor	$40,985	65%
Food Services Team Lead	$41,799	68%

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