Bartenders Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,900 +4.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.78
10th percentile $33,670
90th percentile $67,660
Employed locally 560
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,670
    25th
    $34,190
    50th (median)
    $34,900
    75th
    $43,570
    90th
    $67,660

    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 North Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers$36,780
    Waiters and Waitresses$34,470
    Cooks, Restaurant$41,980
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$46,160
    Cooks, Fast Food$36,430
    Food Preparation Workers$37,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in North Coast Region of California is $16.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.38 or more per hour.

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in North Coast Region of California is 4.1% 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 North Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $33,670 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,190.