Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers Salary (2025)
Based on 542,750 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $21,300 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $28,330 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $33,980 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $37,250 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $46,570 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$21K
25th
$28K
Median
$34K
75th
$37K
90th
$47K
Highest Paying States for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $51,160 |
| District of Columbia | $45,850 |
| Washington | $45,430 |
| Maine | $42,960 |
| New York | $42,480 |
| Colorado | $41,280 |
| California | $40,660 |
| Arizona | $39,750 |
| Massachusetts | $39,220 |
| Oregon | $38,700 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $51,160 per year, while Oregon has an average of $38,700 — a difference of $12,460. 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 Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 542,750 workers were employed as Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helperss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $34,230 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 35-9011