Bartenders Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $21,770 -35.1% vs national
Median hourly $10.47
10th percentile $16,620
90th percentile $30,960
Employed locally 2,810
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,620
    25th
    $17,400
    50th (median)
    $21,770
    75th
    $26,990
    90th
    $30,960

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $28,060
    Waiters and Waitresses $28,350
    Cooks, Restaurant $36,170
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $38,570
    Food Preparation Workers $31,200
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $37,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in South Central Wisconsin is $10.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.28 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in South Central Wisconsin is 35.1% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $16,620 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,400.