Bartenders Salary in District of Columbia

Ranked #4 of 51 · DC

45.2% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $59,210 ≈ $28/hr
Median annual salary $53,920
Employment 5,760

Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)

P10 $36,400P25 $38,780 Median $53,920P75 $75,140P90 $95,560

About 80% of bartenderss in District of Columbia earn between $36,400 and $95,560. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.

Compared to the U.S.

District of Columbia
$59,210
U.S. average
$40,790

The mean bartenders salary in District of Columbia is $59,210, about 45.2% above the U.S. average ($40,790). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.

Metro Areas in District of Columbia

Metro areaMedianMeanEmployment
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $48,030 $56,200 14,560

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do bartenders make in District of Columbia?

The median bartenders salary in District of Columbia is $53,920 per year (mean $59,210), and about 80% earn between $36,400 and $95,560.

How much do bartenders make per hour in District of Columbia?

Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $59,210 and 2,080 work hours per year.

Is District of Columbia a high-paying state for bartenders?

District of Columbia ranks #4 of 51 states for bartenders pay. Its mean salary of $59,210 is about 45.2% above the U.S. average of $40,790.

Which metro areas in District of Columbia pay bartenders the most?

The highest-paying metro areas in District of Columbia for bartenders are Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($48,030), by median annual wage.

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