How Much Does a Bartender Make? Bartenders made a median salary of $23,680 in 2019. The best-paid 25 percent made $31,390 that year, while the lowest-paid 25 percent made $19,390.

Do bartenders make good money?

Do Bartenders Make Good Money? Yes, bartenders do make good money, especially when tips are involved. In 2019, the median income in the US was $31,100. Though this is about $5,000 higher than the median bartender salary, that's not including tips.

Can a bartender make 100k?

Most bartenders take home between $45,000 and $73,000, including tips, according to Rob Doherty, author of “Highball: The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Professional Bartender.” “It's possible for a bartender to find just the right situation to rake in the much sought after $100,000,” he writes.