Bartenders Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,890 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $13.89
10th percentile $24,400
90th percentile $37,040
Employed locally 650
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,400
    25th
    $25,480
    50th (median)
    $28,890
    75th
    $32,260
    90th
    $37,040

    Top-paying metros for Bartenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $80,040
    Urban Honolulu, HI $70,300
    Hawaii $68,820
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $65,480
    New York $60,750
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $59,390

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $29,340
    Waiters and Waitresses $25,200
    Food Preparation Workers $36,850
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $47,710
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $48,080
    Cooks, Restaurant $37,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in Alaska is $13.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.11 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in Alaska is 13.8% below the national median of $33,530. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Bartenders in Alaska?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $24,400 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $25,480.