Server and Server Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Server and Server Assistant make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Server and Server Assistant in the United States is $24,777 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $12.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $28,170
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $22,821 to $26,553
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $21,040
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Server and Server Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $26,553 $2,213 $511 $13
Average $24,777 $2,065 $476 $12
25th Percentile $22,821 $1,902 $439 $11
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Key Factors That Influence Server and Server Assistant Salaries

A Server and Server Assistant'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 and Server Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Server and Server Assistant'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $24,287
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $24,646
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $25,221
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $25,299
  • Expert (over 8 years): $25,430
Levels Salary
Entry Level Server and Server Assistant$24,287
Intermediate Level Server and Server Assistant$24,646
Senior Level Server and Server Assistant$25,221
Specialist Level Server and Server Assistant$25,299
Expert Level Server and Server Assistant$25,430
$24,287 0 yr
$24,646 < 2 yrs
$25,221 2-4 yrs
$25,299 5-8 yrs
$25,430 > 8 yrs
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How Do Server and Server Assistant 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 Server and Server Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $27,433.
  • California: $27,329.
  • Massachusetts: $26,964.

Top Paying Cities for Server and Server Assistants

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:

  • San Jose: $31,251
  • San Francisco: $30,943
  • Oakland: $30,257

What Skills Can Increase a Server and Server Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 11.92% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Point of Sale (Mentioned in 2.74% Job Postings): Accepting payments from customers for goods and services either in person or online.
  • Product Quality (Mentioned in 1.88% Job Postings): Product quality refers to how well a product satisfies customer needs, serves its purpose and meets industry standards. When evaluating product quality, businesses consider several key factors, including whether a product solves a problem, works efficiently or suits customers' purposes.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 11.92%
Point of Sale 2.74%
Product Quality 1.88%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Server and Server Assistant's salary.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Products and Services
$31,219
26%
Problem Solving
$25,520
3%
Collaboration
$25,520
3%
Team Management
$25,520
3%
Food Safety
$25,024
1%
Leadership
$25,024
1%
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Server and Server Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Server and Server Assistant'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Server and Server Assistant

Salaries for a Server and Server Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $31,053 in 2023 to around $30,545 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Server and Server Assistant salary trends, .

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