Bartenders Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $21,680 -35.3% vs national
Median hourly $10.42
10th percentile $15,890
90th percentile $46,560
Employed locally 1,100
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,890
    25th
    $17,520
    50th (median)
    $21,680
    75th
    $35,250
    90th
    $46,560

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $28,150
    Waiters and Waitresses $28,560
    Cooks, Restaurant $35,000
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $37,470
    Food Preparation Workers $28,010
    Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers $25,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $10.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.79 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 35.3% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $15,890 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,520.