Bartenders Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $21,820 -34.9% vs national
Median hourly $10.49
10th percentile $16,010
90th percentile $49,490
Employed locally 1,150
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,010
    25th
    $18,240
    50th (median)
    $21,820
    75th
    $31,720
    90th
    $49,490

    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 Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$27,840
    Waiters and Waitresses$27,920
    Cooks, Restaurant$30,210
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$36,930
    Food Preparation Workers$27,730
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$33,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in Central Pennsylvania is $10.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.29 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in Central Pennsylvania is 34.9% 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $16,010 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $18,240.