What are the main factors that influence a Bartender/Server's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Bartender/Server's salary?

A Bartender/Server's salary grows with experience: starting around $28,112 for beginners, reaching about $29,433 at mid-level, and approach $29,673 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Bartender/Server?

Bartender/Server salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bartender/Server roles are District of Columbia $31,460, California $31,340, Massachusetts $30,920. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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Bartender/Server Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bartender/Server make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bartender/Server in Delaware is $28,770 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $14.

However, a Bartender/Server's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $32,629
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $25,100 to $30,790
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $21,759

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Bartender/Server Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$30,790	$2,566	$592	$15
Average	$28,770	$2,398	$553	$14
25th Percentile	$25,100	$2,092	$483	$12

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Key Factors That Influence Bartender/Server Salaries

A Bartender/Server's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Bartender/Server Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Bartender/Server's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $28,112
Early Career (1-2 years): $28,771
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $29,433
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $29,523
Expert (over 8 years): $29,673

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Bartender/Server	$28,112
Intermediate Level Bartender/Server	$28,771
Senior Level Bartender/Server	$29,433
Specialist Level Bartender/Server	$29,523
Expert Level Bartender/Server	$29,673

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How Do Bartender/Server Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Bartender/Servers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $31,460.
California: $31,340.
Massachusetts: $30,920.

District of Columbia $31,460 California $31,340 Massachusetts $30,920 Washington $30,810 New Jersey $30,800 Alaska $30,760 Connecticut $30,370 New York $30,210

Hawaii $29,700 Rhode Island $29,460 Maryland $29,300 Minnesota $29,080 Colorado $28,990 Illinois $28,960 Oregon $28,850 Delaware $28,770

New Hampshire $28,720 Virginia $28,610 Pennsylvania $28,290 Nevada $28,120 North Dakota $28,070 Michigan $27,980 Wisconsin $27,950 Vermont $27,890

Texas $27,720 Maine $27,700 Arizona $27,690 Ohio $27,670 Georgia $27,410 Indiana $27,270 Wyoming $27,250 Utah $27,210

Iowa $27,190 Kansas $27,060 Louisiana $27,020 North Carolina $27,000 Missouri $27,000 Florida $26,890 Montana $26,830 Nebraska $26,770

Kentucky $26,740 South Carolina $26,620 Tennessee $26,550 Idaho $26,520 New Mexico $26,320 Oklahoma $26,270 Alabama $26,100 South Dakota $25,820

Arkansas $25,670 West Virginia $25,590 Mississippi $25,340

Top Paying Cities for Bartender/Servers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $29,780
Little Creek: $29,500
Magnolia: $29,630

Lincoln, DE $29,780 Little Creek, DE $29,500 Magnolia, DE $29,630 Milford, DE $29,780 Marydel, DE $29,390 Millsboro, DE $29,780 Millville, DE $29,980 Milton, DE $29,780

Nassau, DE $29,780 Ocean View, DE $29,980 Rehoboth Beach, DE $29,980 Seaford, DE $29,470 Selbyville, DE $29,980 Smyrna, DE $29,360 Viola, DE $29,630 Woodside, DE $29,540

Bear, DE $29,140 Newark, DE $29,160 Claymont, DE $29,180 Delaware City, DE $29,160 Hockessin, DE $29,180 Kirkwood, DE $29,160 Middletown, DE $29,300 Montchanin, DE $29,180

New Castle, DE $29,180 Odessa, DE $29,340 Port Penn, DE $29,080 Rockland, DE $29,180 Saint Georges, DE $29,160 Townsend, DE $29,300 Winterthur, DE $29,180 Lewes, DE $29,780

Wilmington, DE $29,180 Dover, DE $29,490 Dover Afb, DE $29,560 Bethany Beach, DE $29,980 Bethel, DE $29,470 Bridgeville, DE $29,780 Camden Wyoming, DE $29,520 Cheswold, DE $29,420

Clayton, DE $29,350 Dagsboro, DE $29,980 Delmar, DE $29,470 Ellendale, DE $29,780 Felton, DE $29,780 Fenwick Island, DE $29,980 Frankford, DE $29,980 Frederica, DE $29,780

Georgetown, DE $29,780 Greenwood, DE $29,780 Harbeson, DE $29,780 Harrington, DE $29,780 Hartly, DE $29,330 Houston, DE $29,780 Kenton, DE $29,350 Laurel, DE $29,470

Yorklyn, DE $29,180

Bartender/Server Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bartender/Server's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$25,100

Average $28,770/year

$30,790

$2,092

Average $2,398/month

$2,566

$483

Average $553/week

$592

$12

Average $14/hour

$15

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$30,790	$2,566	$592	$15
Average	$28,770	$2,398	$553	$14
25th Percentile	$25,100	$2,092	$483	$12

Bartender/Server Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Bartender/Server, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Head Sommelier role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $59,100 - a projected growth of 105% over your current level.

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