How Much Does a Valet Make in the United States?
The average salary for a Valet in the United States is base plus tips per month or $32,700.00 base plus tips per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Average Valet Base Salary:
The average wage for a Valet is base plus tips per hour.
Apart from their fixed salary, Valets also earn a substantial part of their income through tips, with the amount fluctuating depending on factors like the type of establishment, location and the quality of service provided.
Annual Mean Wage of Valets by State
[Source: BLS]
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Valet Salary in Major US Cities
Annual mean wage
$28,660
# of employees
7,010
Annual mean wage
$36,460
# of employees
12,070
Annual mean wage
$39,010
# of employees
1,970
Annual mean wage
$37,210
# of employees
11,140
[Source: BLS]
High-Paying Cities for Valets
| City | Avg Salary | Avg Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 39,010 | 18.76 |
| NYC, NY | 36,460 | 17.53 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 37,210 | 17.89 |
| Miami, FL | 28,660 | 13.78 |
Average Valet Salary per State
Explore the average Valet salary by state.
| State | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $26,270 |
| Alaska | $32,420 |
| Arizona | $32,400 |
| Arkansas | $28,590 |
| California | $38,050 |
| Colorado | $36,610 |
| Connecticut | $33,670 |
| Delaware | $32,290 |
| Florida | $28,710 |
| Georgia | $29,650 |
| Hawaii | $31,930 |
| Idaho | $31,250 |
| Illinois | $39,020 |
| Indiana | $27,250 |
| Iowa | $30,500 |
| Kansas | $30,010 |
| Kentucky | $29,120 |
| Louisiana | $26,080 |
| Maine | $30,230 |
| Maryland | $34,080 |
| Massachusetts | $35,480 |
| Michigan | $29,430 |
| Minnesota | $34,750 |
| Mississippi | $26,080 |
| Missouri | $30,940 |
| Montana | $30,340 |
| Nebraska | $30,070 |
| Nevada | $30,600 |
| New Hampshire | $33,880 |
| New Jersey | $34,500 |
| New Mexico | $30,430 |
| New York | $36,360 |
| North Carolina | $29,200 |
| North Dakota | $30,470 |
| Ohio | $30,260 |
| Oklahoma | $29,470 |
| Oregon | $35,760 |
| Pennsylvania | $30,120 |
| Rhode Island | $34,360 |
| South Carolina | $28,190 |
| South Dakota | $30,330 |
| Tennessee | $27,990 |
| Texas | $27,860 |
| Utah | $31,870 |
| Vermont | $33,850 |
| Virginia | $32,070 |
| Washington | $39,760 |
| West Virginia | $26,840 |
| Wisconsin | $30,850 |
| Wyoming | $31,730 |
| District of Columbia | $36,300 |
How Much Do Similar Careers to a Valet Get Paid?
Valets earn less than Porters but more than Housekeepers and Dishwashers.
| Job Title | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Porter | |
| Housekeeper | |
| Dishwasher |
Labor Laws and Taxes for Valets
As a Valet, it could be beneficial for you to know the minimum wage, tipped minimum wage, overtime pay and leave policies in your state.
Check out the guides below or view more labor laws:
- New York Labor Law Guide
- Illinois Labor Law Guide
- California Labor Law Guide
- Florida Labor Law Guide
To easily calculate federal, state and local taxes in your state, use our free Paycheck Calculator.
