Server Salary in Durham, NC

Median: $16.94/hour ($35,230/year) — $0 (0%) below the national median. Range: $20,560–$49,150.

Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Server salary guide

The median Server salary in Durham, NC is $16.94/hour ($35,230/year) ($0 (0%) below the national median), with a typical range of $20,560–$49,150. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$16.94/hour ($35,230/year)BLS
Range$20,560–$49,150BLS
### Key facts for Server in Durham Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Server Salary in Durham vs. National Average

25th Pct (Durham) $20,560
Median (Durham) $35,230
75th Pct (Durham) $49,150

National median: $35,230/yr. Durham is $0 (0%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area (SOC 35-3031, Server).

Server pay in Durham, NC — common questions

How much does a Server make in Durham, NC?
The median Server salary in Durham, NC is $16.94/hour ($35,230/year) ($0 (0%) below the national median), with a typical range of $20,560–$49,150 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Durham a strong pay market for Servers?
At a $35,230 median, Durham is $0 (0%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $35,230. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Server in Durham?
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