salary$24,060 a year$12 an hour · median pay in the Rochester, MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$23,150per year
Top pay (top 10%)$39,920per year
Jobs in the area1,620people work this job
Can a server (waiter/waitress) afford Rochester?
Expensive. Rent of $1,704 a month takes 85.0% of the median server (waiter/waitress) salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a server (waiter/waitress) make in Rochester, MN?
The median pay for a server (waiter/waitress) in the Rochester, MN area is $24,060 a year ($12 an hour). Most earn between $23,150 and $39,920.
Can a server (waiter/waitress) afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,704 a month takes 85.0% of the median server (waiter/waitress) salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Rochester, MN metro area.