Bartenders
SOC code 35-3011 · Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
National employment
756,390
Mean annual wage
$40,790
Mean hourly wage
$19.61
Median annual wage
$34,340
Median hourly wage
$16.51
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $20,110 | $9.67 |
| 25th percentile | $27,400 | $13.17 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $34,340 | $16.51 |
| 75th percentile | $47,570 | $22.87 |
| 90th percentile | $73,770 | $35.47 |
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Similar-paying occupations in Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers 35-9011$33,980/yr
- Dishwashers 35-9021$34,810/yr
- Waiters and Waitresses 35-3031$35,230/yr
- Food Preparation Workers 35-2021$35,320/yr
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant 35-3041$35,360/yr
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.