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Busser Pay in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD

Busser wages in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD range from $13.53 to $16.18 per hour. Based on metro area wage data.

$13.53/hr
Entry (25th)
$14.85/hr
Median
$16.18/hr
Experienced (75th)

Expected Pay Range

$13.53 – $16.18 per hour

Based on metro area wage data • 2024

Wage Breakdown

25th Percentile
$13.53
per hour
Median (50th)
$14.85
per hour
75th Percentile
$16.18
per hour

Market Competitiveness

Low

Based on $14.85/hr median

Busser wages in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD are below the national average. There may be an opportunity to attract better talent by offering slightly higher pay.

Hiring Guidance

🎯 Attract Top Talent

The median of $14.85/hr means offering $16.34+/hr can significantly increase your applicant pool.

🔒 Tight Pay Band

The $2.65 spread indicates a narrow pay band. Differentiate your listing with benefits, schedule flexibility, or growth opportunities.

⚡ Speed Matters

In today's market, top Busser candidates get hired within 48 hours. Use HeyHire to post instantly and reach candidates on their mobile devices.

📝 Optimize Your Posting

Include the pay range ($14.11–$17.08/hr) in your job title. Listings with visible pay get 30% more applicants.

Compliance: Pennsylvania
Source: DOL

Tipped Wage Regulations

As of 2024, Pennsylvania enforces the following minimums for tipped positions like Busser.

Min. Cash Wage
$2.83
Max Tip Credit
$4.42
Total Min. Wage
$7.25

Always verify with local labor boards. Some cities/counties (e.g. major metros) may enforce higher local minimums than the state standard.