Waiter salary in Norway
Market pay for waiters in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.
A waiter in Norway typically earns NOK 468,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for waiters runs from NOK 422,000 to NOK 520,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
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468,000 kr/yr
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As a waiter the median salary sits at around 468,000 kroner per year, with a range from roughly 422,000 kroner to 520,000 kroner. The relatively narrow spread reflects that many are on collective wage agreements in the hotel and restaurant sector. The figures come from Statistics Norway (SSB).
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Frequently asked questions
What does a waiter earn in Norway?
A waiter typically earns NOK 468,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most waiters fall between NOK 422,000 and NOK 520,000.
What is the salary range for waiters?
The lower quartile is NOK 422,000 and the upper quartile NOK 520,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.
How can a waiter get a raise?
Know the market range, document your results, and bring a concrete case to the talk. The Worktube agent builds the negotiation case for you, free: the arguments, the target and the opening.
Where do the salary numbers come from?
From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.