Bar General Manager Salary in Minnesota

How much does a Bar General Manager make in Minnesota?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bar General Manager in Minnesota is $190,818 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $241,367
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $167,762 to $217,277
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $146,771
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Bar General Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $217,277 $18,106 $4,178 $104
Average $190,818 $15,901 $3,670 $92
25th Percentile $167,762 $13,980 $3,226 $81
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Key Factors That Influence Bar General Manager Salaries

A Bar General Manager'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 Bar General Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Bar General Manager'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): $174,683
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $176,759
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $178,490
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $181,950
  • Expert (over 8 years): $185,411
Levels Salary
Entry Level Bar General Manager$174,683
Intermediate Level Bar General Manager$176,759
Senior Level Bar General Manager$178,490
Specialist Level Bar General Manager$181,950
Expert Level Bar General Manager$185,411
$174,683 0 yr
$176,759 < 2 yrs
$178,490 2-4 yrs
$181,950 5-8 yrs
$185,411 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Bar General Managers

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:

  • Conger: $182,693
  • Courtland: $182,486
  • Darfur: $181,546

Bar General Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Bar General Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Business Services, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Bar General Manager positions in Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Bar General Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Bar General Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services$209,900$101.010%

Bar General Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bar General Manager'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 August 01, 2026

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