Bartenders Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,410 +17.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.95
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $79,980
Employed locally 780
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $31,490
    50th (median)
    $39,410
    75th
    $62,340
    90th
    $79,980

    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 Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $33,830
    Waiters and Waitresses $38,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $43,470
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers $34,420
    Cooks, Restaurant $37,710
    Food Preparation Workers $34,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in Capital/Northern New York is $18.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.32 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in Capital/Northern New York is 17.5% above 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 Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,490.