CT · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 35-3011

Bartenders Salary in Connecticut

Median Annual Salary $34,420 +3% above national average (national: $33,530)
$47,510Mean Annual
$17Median Hourly
8,280Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$34,420
$32,640
10th pct.
$81,520
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$32,640$15.69
25th percentile$32,640$15.69
50th percentile (median)$34,420$16.55
75th percentile$60,810$29.24
90th percentile (top earners)$81,520$39.19
Mean (average)$47,510$22.84

How Connecticut Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. Connecticut
Connecticut (current) $34,420
Hawaii $68,820 +100%
New York $60,750 +76%
District of Columbia $54,930 +60%
Vermont $54,310 +58%
Washington $48,320 +40%
Maine $47,630 +38%
Virginia $46,860 +36%
New Jersey $45,660 +33%

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Related Occupations in Connecticut

OccupationMedian AnnualEmployment
Slaughterers and Meat Packers $34,240 90
Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $34,640 2,970
Gambling Dealers $34,080 N/A
Cashiers $34,030 32,110
Fast Food and Counter Workers $33,980 32,180
Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers $33,900 6,590

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Bartenders salary in Connecticut?

The mean bartenders salary in Connecticut is $47,510 per year. The median (middle) salary is $34,420 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Bartenders in Connecticut?

Entry-level bartenderss (10th percentile) in Connecticut typically earn around $32,640 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $32,640 per year.

What is the highest Bartenders salary in Connecticut?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in Connecticut make approximately $81,520 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $60,810 per year.

How does the Connecticut Bartenders salary compare to the national average?

The median bartenders salary in Connecticut is $34,420, which is +3% above national average of $33,530.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes