Woman Shares Her Measly $9 Paycheck After Working More Than 70 Hours As A Server

Anyone who lives in the United States or has ever visited will know the importance of tipping. However, what many people don't realize is just how much some individuals rely on tips to make ends meet.

This is especially true in the food service industry. One hard-working mother recently took to TikTok to share just how low her hourly wages are as a server.

Aaliyah Cortez worked a 70-hour week and received a net pay of a measly $9. Yep, you read that right—after making roughly $150 in hourly wages, Aaliyah was left with just $9 after taxes.

This means Aaliyah's hourly wage is a shocking $2.13. By the time social security, taxes, and Medicare were deducted, the waitress was left with barely anything to show for her hard work.

Thankfully, Aaliyah received around $700 in tips, which shows how heavily someone in her position is forced to rely on tips from their customers.

Some people could entirely relate to Aaliyah's situation.

Others expressed resentment that the tipping responsibility is placed on the customer rather than the employer.

But whatever your opinion on the matter may be, a server has no control over how they are paid.

So, next time you're out to dinner, remember Aaliyah and don't forget to tip!