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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Hospitality
Philadelphia, PA

Host / Hostess Jobs in Philadelphia

Temp and flexible host / hostess positions in Philadelphia pay $12.24-$18.36/hr — 2% above the national average, with a cost of living 2% above the U.S. baseline.

$12-$18

Per Hour

$612

Weekly (40hrs)

102

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Philadelphia

Healthcare
Education
Logistics
Hospitality

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1550
Groceries$340
Transport$95
More about Philadelphia

About Host / Hostess Jobs in Philadelphia

Host / Hostesss in Philadelphia earn $12.24-$18.36/hr, above the national average.

Hosts and hostesses are the first point of contact for restaurant guests. They manage reservations, greet customers, coordinate seating, and ensure smooth front-of-house operations.

Most host / hostess positions in Philadelphia are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Host / Hostess Pay: Philadelphia vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Philadelphia, PA$12–$18/hr102$1,550
New York City, NY$22–$34/hr187$3,500
Pittsburgh, PA$12–$17/hr93$1,350
Boston, MA$18–$27/hr152$2,800
Baltimore, MD$13–$19/hr107$1,600
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Host / Hostess in Philadelphia

1.6x
Challenging
101
Hours to pay rent
63%
Rent / gross income
0
Monthly disposable
21% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Philadelphia

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,650
Est. taxes (~22%)-$583
Take-home$2,067
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,550
Groceries + transport$435
Remaining$82

Based on avg Host / Hostess rate of $15.30/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet and welcome guests warmly
  • Manage reservation system and waitlist
  • Escort guests to tables and present menus
  • Coordinate with servers on table availability
  • Answer phone calls and take reservations

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Customer service
Communication
Organization
Multitasking
Problem solving
Requirements
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Basic computer skills for reservation systems
  • Evening and weekend availability

Earnings Calculator for Philadelphia

Calculate Your Host / Hostess Earningsin Philadelphia
$15/hr
$12.24/hr$18.36/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$525
Monthly
$2,273
Yearly
$27,300

Includes ~$150/week in estimated tips

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Career Path from Host / Hostess

Host/Hostess

0-1 years

Lead Host

1-2 years

Server

1-3 years

Front of House Manager

3+ years

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Related Resources

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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  • Chef de Partie Jobs in Philadelphia$17-$26/hr
  • Housekeeper Jobs in Philadelphia$14-$19/hr
  • Dishwasher Jobs in Philadelphia$12-$17/hr
  • Host / Hostess Jobs in Philadelphia$12-$18/hr
  • Food Runner Jobs in Philadelphia$12-$17/hr
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Nearby Cities
  • Charlotte, NC$14-$21/hr avg
  • Las Vegas, NV$14-$24/hr avg
  • Dallas, TX$14-$23/hr avg
  • Columbus, OH$13-$20/hr avg

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