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Bartenders Salary in Texas
Ranked #38 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bartenderss in Texas earn between $16,200 and $65,300. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean bartenders salary in Texas is $32,640, about 20% below the U.S. average ($40,790). That works out to roughly $16/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $25,980 | $30,860 | 470 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $24,170 | $37,610 | 18,300 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $23,670 | $32,760 | 7,130 |
| Texarkana, TX-AR | $22,880 | $31,510 | 160 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $22,770 | $30,460 | 13,160 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $22,600 | $33,050 | 550 |
| North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $22,470 | $31,350 | 900 |
| Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $22,350 | $29,420 | 920 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bartenders make in Texas?
The median bartenders salary in Texas is $22,690 per year (mean $32,640), and about 80% earn between $16,200 and $65,300.
How much do bartenders make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $16 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $32,640 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for bartenders?
Texas ranks #38 of 51 states for bartenders pay. Its mean salary of $32,640 is about 20% below the U.S. average of $40,790.
Which metro areas in Texas pay bartenders the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for bartenders are Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area ($25,980), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($24,170), Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($23,670), by median annual wage.