Bartenders Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,280 +14.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.40
10th percentile $26,580
90th percentile $73,410
Employed locally 670
National median $33,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,580
    25th
    $28,970
    50th (median)
    $38,280
    75th
    $58,360
    90th
    $73,410

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $28,110
    Waiters and Waitresses $34,150
    Cooks, Restaurant $31,940
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $36,690
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $35,020
    Food Preparation Workers $28,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bartenders make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Bartenders in Southern Michigan is $18.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.08 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Bartenders salaries?

    The median Bartenders salary in Southern Michigan is 14.2% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Bartenders (10th percentile) earn around $26,580 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,970.