salary$29,350 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Springfield, MO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,600per year
Top pay (top 10%)$59,660per year
Jobs in the area3,050people work this job
Can a server (waiter/waitress) afford Springfield?
Expensive. Rent of $1,169 a month takes 47.8% 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 Springfield, MO?
The median pay for a server (waiter/waitress) in the Springfield, MO area is $29,350 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $28,600 and $59,660.
Can a server (waiter/waitress) afford to live in Springfield?
Typical rent of $1,169 a month takes 47.8% 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 Springfield, MO metro area.