Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop Salary (2025)
Based on 432,690 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $22,340 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $27,570 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $31,200 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $36,250 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $43,990 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$22K
25th
$28K
Median
$31K
75th
$36K
90th
$44K
Highest Paying States for Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $45,330 |
| Oregon | $42,600 |
| Washington | $42,140 |
| District of Columbia | $41,340 |
| New York | $40,100 |
| California | $39,900 |
| Colorado | $39,250 |
| Maine | $39,050 |
| Arizona | $37,960 |
| Connecticut | $36,000 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $45,330 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $36,000 — a difference of $9,330. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 432,690 workers were employed as Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shops in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $32,690 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 35-9031