DOL Median (Tallahassee, FL)
$19,261
vs National
-3.7%
National: $20,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$18,736
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$19,261
-3.7% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$20,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Waiters and Waitresses in Tallahassee, FL earns $19,261 in nominal terms, which is 3.7% below the national average of $20,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 102.8 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $18,736 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Tallahassee, FL
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Restaurant Merger Sub, LLC dba IHOP | $19,219 | 54 |
| ACG BBQ, LLC. dba Sonnys BBQ | $19,178 | 35 |
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How much does a Waiters and Waitresses make in Tallahassee, FL?
The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Tallahassee, FL is $19,261 based on 8 DOL filings.
Is Tallahassee, FL a good place to work as a Waiters and Waitresses?
A Waiters and Waitresses in Tallahassee, FL earns 3.7% less than the national median of $20,000, or $18,736 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.