Bartenders Salary (2025)
Based on 756,390 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $20,110 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $27,400 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $34,340 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $47,570 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $73,770 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$20K
25th
$27K
Median
$34K
75th
$48K
90th
$74K
Highest Paying States for Bartenders
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $76,740 |
| New York | $61,670 |
| Washington | $60,010 |
| District of Columbia | $59,210 |
| Maine | $58,520 |
| Virginia | $54,200 |
| Arizona | $54,030 |
| Vermont | $51,780 |
| New Jersey | $51,440 |
| Colorado | $51,250 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Bartenders salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $76,740 per year, while Colorado has an average of $51,250 — a difference of $25,490. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Bartenders
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 756,390 workers were employed as Bartenderss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $40,790 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 35-3011