Bartenders Salary in Michigan
Bartenders in Michigan earn a median of $36,780 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $36,780
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($34,340)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 21,100
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $25,960; the top 10% earn over $76,090. Nationally the range is $20,110 to $73,770.
States ranked near Michigan
Similar jobs in Michigan
- Waiters and Waitresses$37,760 median in Michigan
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$34,260 median in Michigan
- Gambling Dealers$29,120 median in Michigan
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$28,950 median in Michigan
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$30,390 median in Michigan
- Stockers and Order Fillers$35,930 median in Michigan
Bartenders pay in Michigan
How much do bartenders make in Michigan?
The median is $36,780 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $25,960 and the top 10% earn over $76,090. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for bartenders?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 51 (+7% vs. the national median of $34,340). Living costs are not included.