upper level job

Back Bartender Salary in the United States

How much does a Back Bartender make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Back Bartender in the United States is $25,669 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $12.

However, a Back Bartender's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $30,027
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $22,870 to $27,950
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $20,322
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2025 Compensation Trend
AI-Powered HR
AI-Powered Talent
View as table View as graph 25% $22,870 10% $20,322 90% $30,027 75% $27,950 $25,669 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Back Bartender Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $27,950 $2,329 $538 $13
Average $25,669 $2,139 $494 $12
25th Percentile $22,870 $1,906 $440 $11
Check out Back Bartender Job Openings in the United States
Front and Back Office Medical Assistant

ProHealth Partners - LAKEWOOD, CA

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER BACK END

Capital One - WILMINGTON, DE

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER BACK END

Capital One - MCLEAN, VA

LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER BACK END

Capital One - CAMBRIDGE, MA

Search More Back Bartender Jobs in the United States

Key Factors That Influence Back Bartender Salaries

A Back Bartender's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Back Bartender Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Back Bartender's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Back Bartender (0-1 years): $25,669
  • Bartender (1-3 years): $28,420
  • Sommelier (3-5 years): $58,318
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Back Bartender0-1 years$25,669
Bartender1-3 years$28,420
Sommelier3-5 years$58,318
$25,669 Back Bart...
$28,420 Bartender...
$58,318 Sommelier...
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Back Bartenders

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $32,376
  • San Francisco: $32,058
  • Oakland: $31,347

What Skills Can Increase a Back Bartender's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.4% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Food Service (Mentioned in 2.88% Job Postings): The foodservice or catering industry includes the businesses, institutions, and companies which prepare meals outside the home.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 2.69% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
See More Skills
Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.4%
Food Service 2.88%
Safety Standards 2.69%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Back Bartender's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Scheduling: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$28,493
11%
Scheduling
$27,723
8%
Initiative
$27,209
6%
Problem Solving
$27,209
6%
Presentation
$26,696
4%
Work Ethic
$26,696
4%
Get Latest Data

Back Bartender Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Back Bartender's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Back Bartender Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Back Bartender, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Bartender role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $28,420 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Back Bartender

Salaries for a Back Bartender can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $33,158 in 2023 to around $32,433 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Back Bartender salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Back Bartender Over Time

2022
$???
2023
$33,158
2024
$33,058
2025
$32,433
2026
$???
2027
$???
Year Average Annual Salary
2022
View More
2023 $33,158
2024 $33,058
2025 $32,433
2026
View More
2027
View More

Most common benefits for Back Bartender

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
For Employers

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.

Compensation Planning

Common company salaries for Back Bartender

Here are companies hiring for Back Bartender and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Back Bartender Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Back Bartender job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

FAQ about Back Bartender

1. Where can a Back Bartender earn the most?

A Back Bartender's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Back Bartender earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Back Bartender is $32,376.

2. What is the highest pay for Back Bartender?

The highest pay for Back Bartender is $30,027.

3. What is the lowest pay for Back Bartender?

The lowest pay for Back Bartender is $20,322.

4. What are the responsibilities of Back Bartender?

Supplies and stocks the bar. Fills-in or assists bartender as needed. May require a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com provides salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons using data from employer job postings and third-party sources.

We offer detailed salary information across multiple percentiles for your reference. (Click here to learn Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial for Achieving Pay Equity.)

With the most extensive online, real-time compensation data available, Salary.com helps you pinpoint your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst