Bartender Salary in Philadelphia, PA

Median: $17.33/hour ($36,040/year) — $1,700 (5%) above the national median. Range: $27,020–$47,420.

Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Bartender salary guide

The median Bartender salary in Philadelphia, PA is $17.33/hour ($36,040/year) ($1,700 (5%) above the national median), with a typical range of $27,020–$47,420. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$17.33/hour ($36,040/year)BLS
Range$27,020–$47,420BLS
### Key facts for Bartender in Philadelphia Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Bartender Salary in Philadelphia vs. National Average

25th Pct (Philadelphia) $27,020
Median (Philadelphia) $36,040
75th Pct (Philadelphia) $47,420

National median: $34,340/yr. Philadelphia is $1,700 (5%) above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area (SOC 35-3011, Bartender).

Bartender pay in Philadelphia, PA — common questions

How much does a Bartender make in Philadelphia, PA?
The median Bartender salary in Philadelphia, PA is $17.33/hour ($36,040/year) ($1,700 (5%) above the national median), with a typical range of $27,020–$47,420 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Philadelphia a strong pay market for Bartenders?
At a $36,040 median, Philadelphia is $1,700 (5%) above the national median. The U.S. median is $34,340. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Bartender in Philadelphia?
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