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Server salary in Washington, DC (Updated 2026)

How much does a Server make in Washington, DC?

Average base salary

$21.16
16%
above national average
Average $21.16
Low $17.95
High $37.39

The average salary for a server is $21.16 per hour in Washington, DC and $100.00 tips per day.337 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 15, 2026).

Server job openings in Washington, DC

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Server
Washington, DC
Full-time
4 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Server in Washington, DC

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
HPE Juniper Networking
 
$151,866per year
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Cafe Milano
 
$122,200per year
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Rumi's Kitchen
 
$104,000per year
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Confidential Posting
 
$96,720per year
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CARLYLE
 
$87,500per year
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Boqueria
 
$83,345per year
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Highest paying cities for Servers near Washington, DC

  1. Orlando, FL
    $23.23 per hour
  2. Washington, DC
    $21.16 per hour
  3. Atlanta, GA
    $19.34 per hour
  4. New York, NY
    $19.09 per hour
  5. Austin, TX
    $18.74 per hour

Where can a Server earn more?

Compare salaries for Servers in different locations
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