Bartenders Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $21,450 -36% vs national
Median hourly $10.31
10th percentile $15,130
90th percentile $56,320
Employed locally 1,310
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,130
    25th
    $17,120
    50th (median)
    $21,450
    75th
    $35,410
    90th
    $56,320

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $25,960
    Waiters and Waitresses $28,490
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $29,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $36,830
    Cooks, Restaurant $29,430
    Food Preparation Workers $27,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in Kansas is $10.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.40 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in Kansas is 36% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $15,130 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,120.