Bartender On Call Salary in the United States

How much does a Bartender On Call make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bartender On Call in the United States is $27,818 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $13.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $31,569
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $24,452 to $29,781
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $21,388
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Bartender On Call Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $29,781 $2,482 $573 $14
Average $27,818 $2,318 $535 $13
25th Percentile $24,452 $2,038 $470 $12
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Key Factors That Influence Bartender On Call Salaries

A Bartender On Call'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Bartender On Call Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Bartender On Call'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): $27,040
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $27,673
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $28,308
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $28,395
  • Expert (over 8 years): $28,539
Levels Salary
Entry Level Bartender On Call$27,040
Intermediate Level Bartender On Call$27,673
Senior Level Bartender On Call$28,308
Specialist Level Bartender On Call$28,395
Expert Level Bartender On Call$28,539
$27,040 0 yr
$27,673 < 2 yrs
$28,308 2-4 yrs
$28,395 5-8 yrs
$28,539 > 8 yrs
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How Do Bartender On Call 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 On Calls. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $30,800.
  • California: $30,683.
  • Massachusetts: $30,274.

Top Paying Cities for Bartender On Calls

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:

  • San Jose: $35,086
  • San Francisco: $34,741
  • Oakland: $33,971

What Skills Can Increase a Bartender On Call's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.18% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Credit Card (Mentioned in 3.07% Job Postings): A credit card is a type of credit facility, provided by banks that allow customers to borrow funds within a pre-approved credit limit.
  • Hospitality Services (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Hospitality Services means any business operating within the service industry that includes lodging, hotel, event planning, and transportation.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.18%
Credit Card 3.07%
Hospitality Services 1.64%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Bartender On Call's salary.
  • Staff Management: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Staff Management
 $30,321
9%
Leadership
 $29,765
7%
Team Management
 $28,930
4%
Work Ethic
 $28,930
4%
Organizing
 $28,930
4%
Commitment
 $28,652
3%
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How Education impacts a Bartender On Call's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Bartender On Calls enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Bartender On Call with a No Diploma is between $21,752 and $23,358).

Bartender On Call Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Bartender On Call
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.9%
High School 41.1%
Associates 18.3%
Bachelors 31.4%
Masters 3.4%
Doctorate 2.9%
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Bartender On Call Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bartender On Call'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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$24,452
Average $27,818/year
$29,781
$2,038
Average $2,318/month
$2,482
$470
Average $535/week
$573
$12
Average $13/hour
$14
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $29,781 $2,482 $573 $14
Average $27,818 $2,318 $535 $13
25th Percentile $24,452 $2,038 $470 $12

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Salary Trends for Bartender On Call

Salaries for a Bartender On Call can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $35,802 in 2023 to around $34,937 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Bartender On Call salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Bartender On Call Over Time

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