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

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

How does experience change A Bar Back's salary?

A Bar Back's salary grows with experience: a Bar Back (0-1 years)earns $25,356, a Bartender (1-3 years)earns $28,076, a Sommelier (3-5 years)earns $57,775,

What are the highest paying states for a Bar Back?

Bar Back salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bar Back roles are District of Columbia $27,042, California $26,939, Massachusetts $26,580. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bar Back roles make?

Salaries for Bar Back level roles vary by specialization: Bar Captain: $96,448; Bar Supervisor: $87,979; Bar Manager: $83,810; Bar Utility: $42,510; Bar Staff: $38,455.

Bar Back Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bar Back make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bar Back in Delaware is $24,734 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $12.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $29,050
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $21,748 to $26,993
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $19,029

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Bar Back Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$26,993	$2,249	$519	$13
Average	$24,734	$2,061	$476	$12
25th Percentile	$21,748	$1,812	$418	$10

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Key Factors That Influence Bar Back Salaries

A Bar Back'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 Do Bar Back 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 Bar Backs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $27,042.
California: $26,939.
Massachusetts: $26,580.

District of Columbia $27,042 California $26,939 Massachusetts $26,580 Washington $26,483 New Jersey $26,473 Alaska $26,439 Connecticut $26,102 New York $25,965

Hawaii $25,528 Rhode Island $25,322 Maryland $25,183 Minnesota $24,993 Colorado $24,919 Illinois $24,895 Oregon $24,802 Delaware $24,734

New Hampshire $24,691 Virginia $24,595 Pennsylvania $24,314 Nevada $24,172 North Dakota $24,126 Michigan $24,052 Wisconsin $24,025 Vermont $23,972

Texas $23,823 Maine $23,813 Arizona $23,798 Ohio $23,781 Georgia $23,557 Indiana $23,444 Wyoming $23,422 Utah $23,388

Iowa $23,373 Kansas $23,256 Louisiana $23,222 North Carolina $23,210 Missouri $23,205 Florida $23,110 Montana $23,058 Nebraska $23,009

Kentucky $22,983 South Carolina $22,885 Tennessee $22,824 Idaho $22,799 New Mexico $22,621 Oklahoma $22,582 Alabama $22,438 South Dakota $22,196

Arkansas $22,064 West Virginia $21,993 Mississippi $21,781

Top Paying Cities for Bar Backs

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: $24,622
Little Creek: $24,803
Magnolia: $24,767

Lincoln, DE $24,622 Little Creek, DE $24,803 Magnolia, DE $24,767 Milford, DE $24,685 Marydel, DE $24,725 Millsboro, DE $24,519 Millville, DE $24,557 Milton, DE $24,599

Nassau, DE $24,617 Ocean View, DE $24,553 Rehoboth Beach, DE $24,600 Seaford, DE $24,614 Selbyville, DE $24,512 Smyrna, DE $24,820 Viola, DE $24,705 Woodside, DE $24,772

Bear, DE $24,715 Newark, DE $24,705 Claymont, DE $24,756 Delaware City, DE $24,730 Hockessin, DE $24,703 Kirkwood, DE $24,725 Middletown, DE $24,735 Montchanin, DE $24,709

New Castle, DE $24,713 Odessa, DE $24,747 Port Penn, DE $24,764 Rockland, DE $24,711 Saint Georges, DE $24,727 Townsend, DE $24,765 Winterthur, DE $24,714 Lewes, DE $24,609

Wilmington, DE $24,704 Dover, DE $24,803 Dover Afb, DE $24,672 Bethany Beach, DE $24,527 Bethel, DE $24,552 Bridgeville, DE $24,610 Camden Wyoming, DE $24,733 Cheswold, DE $24,795

Clayton, DE $24,795 Dagsboro, DE $24,510 Delmar, DE $24,470 Ellendale, DE $24,545 Felton, DE $24,683 Fenwick Island, DE $24,515 Frankford, DE $24,472 Frederica, DE $24,707

Georgetown, DE $24,501 Greenwood, DE $24,614 Harbeson, DE $24,527 Harrington, DE $24,652 Hartly, DE $24,728 Houston, DE $24,617 Kenton, DE $24,797 Laurel, DE $24,486

Yorklyn, DE $24,711

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

Understanding how a Bar Back'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 May 01, 2026

$21,748

Average $24,734/year

$26,993

$1,812

Average $2,061/month

$2,249

$418

Average $476/week

$519

$10

Average $12/hour

$13

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$26,993	$2,249	$519	$13
Average	$24,734	$2,061	$476	$12
25th Percentile	$21,748	$1,812	$418	$10

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