salary$26,930 a year$13 an hour · median pay in the Tuscaloosa, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$16,750per year
Top pay (top 10%)$35,820per year
Jobs in the area1,650people work this job
Can a server (waiter/waitress) afford Tuscaloosa?
Expensive. Rent of $1,248 a month takes 55.6% 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 Tuscaloosa, AL?
The median pay for a server (waiter/waitress) in the Tuscaloosa, AL area is $26,930 a year ($13 an hour). Most earn between $16,750 and $35,820.
Can a server (waiter/waitress) afford to live in Tuscaloosa?
Typical rent of $1,248 a month takes 55.6% 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 Tuscaloosa, AL metro area.