Bartenders Salary in Connecticut

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

Median annual salary $33,660 +0.4% vs national
Median hourly $16.19
10th percentile $32,640
90th percentile $76,850
Employed locally 360
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,640
    25th
    $32,640
    50th (median)
    $33,660
    75th
    $57,110
    90th
    $76,850

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $33,170
    Waiters and Waitresses $36,180
    Cooks, Restaurant $36,770
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $48,840
    Food Preparation Workers $35,040
    Dishwashers $34,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in Connecticut is $16.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.65 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in Connecticut is 0.4% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $32,640 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,640.