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

What industry pays the highest salary for Server?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Server roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Server's salary?

A Server's salary grows with experience: a Server (0-1 years)earns $25,273, an Assistant Restaurant Manager (1-3 years)earns $43,913, a Restaurant Manager (3-5 years)earns $59,270, a Regional Restaurant Manager (5+ years)earns $89,283, a Restaurant Director (5+ years)earns $124,330,

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 $27,778, California $27,673, Massachusetts $27,304. 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: $114,818; Banquet Server: $32,226; Server - Institution: $31,700; Bartender/Server: $28,390; Lead Server: $25,184.

Server Salary in Delaware

How much does a Server make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Server in Delaware is $25,407 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): $28,889
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $23,403 to $27,229
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $21,578

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Server Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$27,229	$2,269	$524	$13
Average	$25,407	$2,117	$489	$12
25th Percentile	$23,403	$1,950	$450	$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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $25,273
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,913
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,270
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $89,283
Expert (over 8 years): $124,330

Levels	Salary
Server Level Server	$25,273
Assistant... Level Server	$43,913
Restauran... Level Server	$59,270
Regional ... Level Server	$89,283
Restauran... Level Server	$124,330

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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: $27,778.
California: $27,673.
Massachusetts: $27,304.

District of Columbia $27,778 California $27,673 Massachusetts $27,304 Washington $27,203 New Jersey $27,193 Alaska $27,158 Connecticut $26,812 New York $26,672

Hawaii $26,223 Rhode Island $26,012 Maryland $25,869 Minnesota $25,673 Colorado $25,598 Illinois $25,573 Oregon $25,477 Delaware $25,407

New Hampshire $25,363 Virginia $25,264 Pennsylvania $24,976 Nevada $24,830 North Dakota $24,782 Michigan $24,707 Wisconsin $24,680 Vermont $24,624

Texas $24,471 Maine $24,461 Arizona $24,446 Ohio $24,429 Georgia $24,198 Indiana $24,082 Wyoming $24,060 Utah $24,025

Iowa $24,010 Kansas $23,889 Louisiana $23,854 North Carolina $23,842 Missouri $23,837 Florida $23,739 Montana $23,686 Nebraska $23,636

Kentucky $23,608 South Carolina $23,508 Tennessee $23,445 Idaho $23,420 New Mexico $23,237 Oklahoma $23,197 Alabama $23,049 South Dakota $22,800

Arkansas $22,665 West Virginia $22,592 Mississippi $22,374

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: $25,293
Little Creek: $25,478
Magnolia: $25,441

Lincoln, DE $25,293 Little Creek, DE $25,478 Magnolia, DE $25,441 Milford, DE $25,357 Marydel, DE $25,399 Millsboro, DE $25,187 Millville, DE $25,225 Milton, DE $25,269

Nassau, DE $25,287 Ocean View, DE $25,221 Rehoboth Beach, DE $25,270 Seaford, DE $25,284 Selbyville, DE $25,179 Smyrna, DE $25,495 Viola, DE $25,378 Woodside, DE $25,446

Bear, DE $25,388 Newark, DE $25,378 Claymont, DE $25,430 Delaware City, DE $25,403 Hockessin, DE $25,376 Kirkwood, DE $25,399 Middletown, DE $25,408 Montchanin, DE $25,382

New Castle, DE $25,385 Odessa, DE $25,421 Port Penn, DE $25,438 Rockland, DE $25,384 Saint Georges, DE $25,400 Townsend, DE $25,439 Winterthur, DE $25,387 Lewes, DE $25,279

Wilmington, DE $25,377 Dover, DE $25,478 Dover Afb, DE $25,344 Bethany Beach, DE $25,195 Bethel, DE $25,221 Bridgeville, DE $25,280 Camden Wyoming, DE $25,406 Cheswold, DE $25,470

Clayton, DE $25,470 Dagsboro, DE $25,177 Delmar, DE $25,137 Ellendale, DE $25,213 Felton, DE $25,355 Fenwick Island, DE $25,183 Frankford, DE $25,139 Frederica, DE $25,380

Georgetown, DE $25,168 Greenwood, DE $25,284 Harbeson, DE $25,194 Harrington, DE $25,323 Hartly, DE $25,402 Houston, DE $25,287 Kenton, DE $25,472 Laurel, DE $25,152

Yorklyn, DE $25,383

Server Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Server roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Server positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Server as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Server

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$30,489	$15.0	20%

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 July 01, 2026

$23,403

Average $25,407/year

$27,229

$1,950

Average $2,117/month

$2,269

$450

Average $489/week

$524

$11

Average $12/hour

$13

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$27,229	$2,269	$524	$13
Average	$25,407	$2,117	$489	$12
25th Percentile	$23,403	$1,950	$450	$11

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