Bartenders Salary in Connecticut
Bartenders in Connecticut earn a median of $38,780 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $38,780
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($34,340)
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,680
Pay range in Connecticut
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,010; the top 10% earn over $81,760. Nationally the range is $20,110 to $73,770.
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- Waiters and Waitresses$37,770 median in Connecticut
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$35,950 median in Connecticut
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$34,210 median in Connecticut
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$34,540 median in Connecticut
- Stockers and Order Fillers$40,590 median in Connecticut
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$35,380 median in Connecticut
Bartenders pay in Connecticut
How much do bartenders make in Connecticut?
The median is $38,780 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,010 and the top 10% earn over $81,760. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Connecticut a good state for bartenders?
On pay alone it ranks 11 of 51 (+13% vs. the national median of $34,340). Living costs are not included.