Bartender Salary in the United States

How much does a Bartender make in the United States? The average Bartender salary in the United States is $21,473 as of November 25, 2019, but the range typically falls between $18,711 and $25,533. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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$18,711 to $25,533
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Bartender prepares cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages for customers. Has knowledge of common drinks and makes suggestions to customers. Being a Bartender monitors bar inventory and takes appropriate action. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Additionally, Bartender typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Bartender gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. To be a Bartender typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2019 Salary.com)

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Jeremy Hartley , Former Chief Operating Officer
ZOE'S KITCHEN INC
Zoe's Kitchen, Inc., through its subsidiaries, develops and operates a chain of fast-casual restaurants. It operates a range of restaurant formats, including in-line, end-cap, and free-standing restaurants. As of February 22, 2018, the company operated owned and franchised 249 restaurants in 20 states of the United Sta... More
Fiscal Year Ended in 2017
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Bartender Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%

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Skills associated with Bartender: Restocking, Drink Preparation, Customer Service, Inventory Management ...More

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