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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Bartender?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Bartender roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Bartender's salary?

A Bartender's salary grows with experience: a Back Bartender (0-1 years)earns $25,960, a Bartender (1-3 years)earns $28,747, a Sommelier (3-5 years)earns $59,211,

What are the highest paying states for a Bartender?

Bartender salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bartender roles are District of Columbia $31,429, California $31,310, Massachusetts $30,892. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bartender roles make?

Salaries for Bartender level roles vary by specialization: Lead Bartender: $86,513; Banquet Bartender: $28,883; Bartender - Casino: $28,403; Bartender/Server: $28,390; Bistro Bartender: $28,329.

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Bartender Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bartender make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bartender in Delaware is $28,747 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $14.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $32,593
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $25,072 to $30,760
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $21,727

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Bartender Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$30,760	$2,563	$592	$15
Average	$28,747	$2,396	$553	$14
25th Percentile	$25,072	$2,089	$482	$12

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Key Factors That Influence Bartender Salaries

A 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 Bartender Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 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): $25,960
Bartender (1-3 years): $28,747
Sommelier (3-5 years): $59,211

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Back Bartender	0-1 years	$25,960
Bartender	1-3 years	$28,747
Sommelier	3-5 years	$59,211

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

District of Columbia: $31,429.
California: $31,310.
Massachusetts: $30,892.

District of Columbia $31,429 California $31,310 Massachusetts $30,892 Washington $30,779 New Jersey $30,768 Alaska $30,728 Connecticut $30,336 New York $30,177

Hawaii $29,669 Rhode Island $29,431 Maryland $29,269 Minnesota $29,047 Colorado $28,962 Illinois $28,934 Oregon $28,826 Delaware $28,747

New Hampshire $28,697 Virginia $28,585 Pennsylvania $28,258 Nevada $28,094 North Dakota $28,040 Michigan $27,955 Wisconsin $27,923 Vermont $27,861

Texas $27,688 Maine $27,676 Arizona $27,659 Ohio $27,639 Georgia $27,378 Indiana $27,248 Wyoming $27,222 Utah $27,182

Iowa $27,165 Kansas $27,029 Louisiana $26,989 North Carolina $26,975 Missouri $26,970 Florida $26,859 Montana $26,799 Nebraska $26,742

Kentucky $26,711 South Carolina $26,598 Tennessee $26,527 Idaho $26,498 New Mexico $26,291 Oklahoma $26,246 Alabama $26,078 South Dakota $25,797

Arkansas $25,644 West Virginia $25,562 Mississippi $25,315

Top Paying Cities for 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: $28,617
Little Creek: $28,827
Magnolia: $28,785

Lincoln, DE $28,617 Little Creek, DE $28,827 Magnolia, DE $28,785 Milford, DE $28,690 Marydel, DE $28,737 Millsboro, DE $28,497 Millville, DE $28,541 Milton, DE $28,590

Nassau, DE $28,611 Ocean View, DE $28,536 Rehoboth Beach, DE $28,591 Seaford, DE $28,607 Selbyville, DE $28,489 Smyrna, DE $28,846 Viola, DE $28,714 Woodside, DE $28,791

Bear, DE $28,724 Newark, DE $28,714 Claymont, DE $28,772 Delaware City, DE $28,742 Hockessin, DE $28,711 Kirkwood, DE $28,737 Middletown, DE $28,748 Montchanin, DE $28,718

New Castle, DE $28,722 Odessa, DE $28,762 Port Penn, DE $28,781 Rockland, DE $28,720 Saint Georges, DE $28,739 Townsend, DE $28,783 Winterthur, DE $28,724 Lewes, DE $28,601

Wilmington, DE $28,712 Dover, DE $28,827 Dover Afb, DE $28,675 Bethany Beach, DE $28,506 Bethel, DE $28,536 Bridgeville, DE $28,603 Camden Wyoming, DE $28,745 Cheswold, DE $28,817

Clayton, DE $28,818 Dagsboro, DE $28,486 Delmar, DE $28,441 Ellendale, DE $28,527 Felton, DE $28,687 Fenwick Island, DE $28,492 Frankford, DE $28,443 Frederica, DE $28,716

Georgetown, DE $28,475 Greenwood, DE $28,607 Harbeson, DE $28,506 Harrington, DE $28,651 Hartly, DE $28,740 Houston, DE $28,610 Kenton, DE $28,819 Laurel, DE $28,458

Yorklyn, DE $28,720

Bartender Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Bartender salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $30,499. While startup companies pay approximate $25,881.

Bartender Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$25,881
Growth Stage	51~500	$27,353
Established	501~5000	$29,480
Enterprise	5000+	$30,499

Bartender Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Bartender roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Bartender positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Bartender as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Bartender

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$34,496	$17.0	20%

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

Understanding how a 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.

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$25,072

Average $28,747/year

$30,760

$2,089

Average $2,396/month

$2,563

$482

Average $553/week

$592

$12

Average $14/hour

$15

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$30,760	$2,563	$592	$15
Average	$28,747	$2,396	$553	$14
25th Percentile	$25,072	$2,089	$482	$12

Bartender Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Bartender, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Sommelier role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $59,211 - a projected growth of 106% over your current level.

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