How much does a bartender make in Rhode Island?
$36,410a year
Median yearly pay for bartenders in Rhode Island. That is $17.50 an hour or $3,034 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.50
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $36,410Highest 10%: $76,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| Median | $36,410 | $17.50 | |
| 75th | $57,210 | $27.50 | |
| 90th | $76,320 | $36.69 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $35,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bartenders.
| 16. Delaware | $36,840 |
| 17. Michigan | $36,780 |
| 18. North Carolina | $36,470 |
| 19. Rhode Island | $36,410 |
| 20. California | $36,220 |
| 21. Florida | $35,150 |
| 22. Utah | $32,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bartender make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $17.50 ($36,410 a year).
Do bartenders make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $36,410 against $34,340 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for bartender pay?
Rhode Island ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays bartenders the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $35,680 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.