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Waiters and Waitresses average salary by city in New Jersey
- Trenton$46,270
- Atlantic City$45,800
- Vineland$44,840
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $46,270 | $38,070 | $34,630 | $38,349 | 103 |
| Atlantic City | $45,800 | $38,160 | $32,450 | $37,998 | 99 |
| Vineland | $44,840 | $36,800 | $32,830 | $37,279 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; New Jersey's employee unemployment, disability and family-leave contributions are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 35-3031.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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