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

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

How does experience change A Back Bartender's salary?

A Back Bartender's salary grows with experience: a Back Bartender (0-1 years)earns $25,982, a Bartender (1-3 years)earns $28,768, a Sommelier (3-5 years)earns $59,109,

What are the highest paying states for a Back Bartender?

Back Bartender salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Back Bartender roles are District of Columbia $28,406, California $28,299, Massachusetts $27,921. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Back Bartender roles make?

Salaries for Back Bartender level roles vary by specialization: Lead Bartender: $86,356; Banquet Bartender: $28,904; Bartender - Casino: $28,423; Bartender/Server: $28,410; Bartender: $28,407.

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Back Bartender Salary in Delaware

How much does a Back Bartender make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Back Bartender in Delaware is $25,982 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $12.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $30,362
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $23,134 to $28,275
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $20,541

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Back Bartender Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$28,275	$2,356	$544	$14
Average	$25,982	$2,165	$500	$12
25th Percentile	$23,134	$1,928	$445	$11

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Key Factors That Influence Back Bartender Salaries

A Back Bartender'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 Back Bartender Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Back Bartender'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:

Back Bartender (0-1 years): $25,982
Bartender (1-3 years): $28,768
Sommelier (3-5 years): $59,109

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Back Bartender	0-1 years	$25,982
Bartender	1-3 years	$28,768
Sommelier	3-5 years	$59,109

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How Do Back Bartender 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 Back Bartenders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $28,406.
California: $28,299.
Massachusetts: $27,921.

District of Columbia $28,406 California $28,299 Massachusetts $27,921 Washington $27,819 New Jersey $27,809 Alaska $27,773 Connecticut $27,419 New York $27,275

Hawaii $26,816 Rhode Island $26,600 Maryland $26,454 Minnesota $26,254 Colorado $26,177 Illinois $26,151 Oregon $26,054 Delaware $25,982

New Hampshire $25,937 Virginia $25,836 Pennsylvania $25,541 Nevada $25,392 North Dakota $25,343 Michigan $25,266 Wisconsin $25,238 Vermont $25,181

Texas $25,025 Maine $25,015 Arizona $24,999 Ohio $24,981 Georgia $24,745 Indiana $24,627 Wyoming $24,604 Utah $24,568

Iowa $24,553 Kansas $24,430 Louisiana $24,394 North Carolina $24,381 Missouri $24,376 Florida $24,276 Montana $24,222 Nebraska $24,171

Kentucky $24,142 South Carolina $24,040 Tennessee $23,976 Idaho $23,950 New Mexico $23,763 Oklahoma $23,722 Alabama $23,570 South Dakota $23,316

Arkansas $23,178 West Virginia $23,103 Mississippi $22,880

Top Paying Cities for Back Bartenders

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: $26,890
Little Creek: $26,641
Magnolia: $26,752

Lincoln, DE $26,890 Little Creek, DE $26,641 Magnolia, DE $26,752 Milford, DE $26,890 Marydel, DE $26,541 Millsboro, DE $26,890 Millville, DE $27,070 Milton, DE $26,890

Nassau, DE $26,890 Ocean View, DE $27,070 Rehoboth Beach, DE $27,070 Seaford, DE $26,608 Selbyville, DE $27,070 Smyrna, DE $26,510 Viola, DE $26,752 Woodside, DE $26,675

Bear, DE $26,315 Newark, DE $26,326 Claymont, DE $26,346 Delaware City, DE $26,326 Hockessin, DE $26,346 Kirkwood, DE $26,326 Middletown, DE $26,456 Montchanin, DE $26,346

New Castle, DE $26,346 Odessa, DE $26,492 Port Penn, DE $26,254 Rockland, DE $26,346 Saint Georges, DE $26,326 Townsend, DE $26,454 Winterthur, DE $26,346 Lewes, DE $26,890

Wilmington, DE $26,346 Dover, DE $26,628 Dover Afb, DE $26,690 Bethany Beach, DE $27,070 Bethel, DE $26,608 Bridgeville, DE $26,890 Camden Wyoming, DE $26,657 Cheswold, DE $26,567

Clayton, DE $26,500 Dagsboro, DE $27,070 Delmar, DE $26,608 Ellendale, DE $26,890 Felton, DE $26,890 Fenwick Island, DE $27,070 Frankford, DE $27,070 Frederica, DE $26,890

Georgetown, DE $26,890 Greenwood, DE $26,890 Harbeson, DE $26,890 Harrington, DE $26,890 Hartly, DE $26,487 Houston, DE $26,890 Kenton, DE $26,500 Laurel, DE $26,608

Yorklyn, DE $26,346

Back Bartender Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Back Bartender'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.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$23,134

Average $25,982/year

$28,275

$1,928

Average $2,165/month

$2,356

$445

Average $500/week

$544

$11

Average $12/hour

$14

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$28,275	$2,356	$544	$14
Average	$25,982	$2,165	$500	$12
25th Percentile	$23,134	$1,928	$445	$11

Back Bartender Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Back Bartender, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Bartender role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $28,768 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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