Assistant Sommelier Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Sommelier make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Assistant Sommelier in the United States is $58,366 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Assistant Sommelier's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,243
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,654 to $65,629
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,544
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Assistant Sommelier Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $65,629 $5,469 $1,262 $32
Average $58,366 $4,864 $1,122 $28
25th Percentile $51,654 $4,305 $993 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Sommelier Salaries

An Assistant Sommelier'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Assistant Sommelier Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Sommeliers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $64,623.
  • California: $64,378.
  • Massachusetts: $63,520.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Sommeliers

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: $73,617
  • San Francisco: $72,893
  • Oakland: $71,276

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Sommelier's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 6.83% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Point of Sale (Mentioned in 2.21% Job Postings): Accepting payments from customers for goods and services either in person or online.
  • Purchasing (Mentioned in 1.61% Job Postings): Purchasing refers to a business or organization attempting to acquire goods or services to accomplish its goals. Although there are several organizations that attempt to set standards in the purchasing process, processes can vary greatly between organizations. Typically the word “purchasing” is not used interchangeably with the word “procurement”, since procurement typically includes expediting, supplier quality, and transportation and logistics (T&L) in addition to purchasing.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 6.83%
Point of Sale 2.21%
Purchasing 1.61%
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 an Assistant Sommelier's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Communication Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Attention to Detail: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
 $62,452
7%
Communication Skills
 $60,117
3%
Attention to Detail
 $60,117
3%
Wine Knowledge
 $58,950
1%
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How Education impacts an Assistant Sommelier's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Sommeliers enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Sommelier with a No Diploma is between $54,314 and $63,007).

Assistant Sommelier Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Sommelier
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 16.7%
High School 16.7%
Associates 27.8%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 5.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Assistant Sommelier Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Sommelier'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.

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$51,654
Average $58,366/year
$65,629
$4,305
Average $4,864/month
$5,469
$993
Average $1,122/week
$1,262
$25
Average $28/hour
$32
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $65,629 $5,469 $1,262 $32
Average $58,366 $4,864 $1,122 $28
25th Percentile $51,654 $4,305 $993 $25

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Salary Trends for Assistant Sommelier

Salaries for an Assistant Sommelier can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $40,472 in 2023 to around $40,236 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Sommelier salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Assistant Sommelier Over Time

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$40,472
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$40,384
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