Server Salary in New Orleans, LA
Median: $8.00/hour ($16,640/year) — $18,590 (53%) below the national median. Range: $15,080–$27,040.
Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Server salary guide
The median Server salary in New Orleans, LA is $8.00/hour ($16,640/year) ($18,590 (53%) below the national median), with a typical range of $15,080–$27,040. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median | $8.00/hour ($16,640/year) | BLS |
| Range | $15,080–$27,040 | BLS |
Server Salary in New Orleans vs. National Average
National median: $35,230/yr. New Orleans is $18,590 (53%) below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro area (SOC 35-3031, Server).
Server pay in New Orleans, LA — common questions
- How much does a Server make in New Orleans, LA?
- The median Server salary in New Orleans, LA is $8.00/hour ($16,640/year) ($18,590 (53%) below the national median), with a typical range of $15,080–$27,040 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
- Is New Orleans a strong pay market for Servers?
- At a $16,640 median, New Orleans is $18,590 (53%) 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 New Orleans?
- Target employers paying toward the $27,040 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Server openings in New Orleans and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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