How much does a bartender make in Massachusetts?
$37,440a year
Median yearly pay for bartenders in Massachusetts. That is $18.00 an hour or $3,120 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.00
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 19,850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,890Median: $37,440Highest 10%: $70,870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,890 | $15.33 | |
| 25th | $34,200 | $16.44 | |
| Median | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| 75th | $49,500 | $23.80 | |
| 90th | $70,870 | $34.07 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $43,530 |
| Boston, MA | $37,760 |
| Worcester, MA | $35,950 |
| Providence, RI | $35,680 |
| Springfield, MA | $35,610 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $35,390 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $35,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bartenders.
| 11. Connecticut | $38,780 |
| 12. Colorado | $38,170 |
| 13. Maryland | $37,580 |
| 14. Massachusetts | $37,440 |
| 15. New Mexico | $36,980 |
| 16. Delaware | $36,840 |
| 17. Michigan | $36,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bartender make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $18.00 ($37,440 a year).
Do bartenders make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $37,440 against $34,340 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for bartender pay?
Massachusetts ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays bartenders the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $43,530 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.