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Bartenders Salary in Arizona
Ranked #7 of 51 · AZ
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bartenderss in Arizona earn between $30,650 and $86,720. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean bartenders salary in Arizona is $54,030, about 32.5% above the U.S. average ($40,790). That works out to roughly $26/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arizona
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $46,940 | $55,860 | 10,580 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $42,340 | $51,320 | 460 |
| Yuma, AZ | $42,210 | $49,990 | 310 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $37,550 | $50,620 | 400 |
| Tucson, AZ | $36,450 | $49,610 | 1,840 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $36,270 | $52,610 | 550 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $35,960 | $46,650 | 380 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ | $35,790 | $44,480 | 190 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bartenders make in Arizona?
The median bartenders salary in Arizona is $45,070 per year (mean $54,030), and about 80% earn between $30,650 and $86,720.
How much do bartenders make per hour in Arizona?
Roughly $26 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $54,030 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for bartenders?
Arizona ranks #7 of 51 states for bartenders pay. Its mean salary of $54,030 is about 32.5% above the U.S. average of $40,790.
Which metro areas in Arizona pay bartenders the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arizona for bartenders are Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ ($46,940), Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ ($42,340), Yuma, AZ ($42,210), by median annual wage.