▲7%
$9.21
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$5.50
MEDIAN
$9.21
90%
$13.50
The average hourly pay for a Bar Attendant is $9.21 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$6 - $14
Bonus
$0 - $68
Total Pay
$11k - $42k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Bar Attendants?
▲9%
What Do Bar Attendants Do?
Bar Attendant Tasks
- Provide beer, wine, liquor and related bar service to guests.
- Collect customer payment, provide receipts, and keep an accurate till through a shift.
- Keep a clean workstation that adheres to all applicable liquor laws and health codes relating to the service of food and drink.
- Follow recipes to make cost-efficient, accurate, and consistent drinks for all customers.
- Track inventory, memorize beer, wine and spirit menu, and be aware of all prices.
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Common Health Benefits for a Bar Attendant
Medical
20%
Dental
13%
Vision
13%
None
80%
Gender Breakdown for Bar Attendants
Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 10 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Bar Attendants
What is the highest pay for Bar Attendants?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Bar Attendant is $13.50 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Bar Attendants?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Bar Attendant is $5.50 / hour
How can Bar Attendants increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Bar Attendant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Bar Attendant that oversees more junior Bar Attendants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.