Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers Salary in California

$18,332 $59,491
10th pct Median: $34,588 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$18,332
25th Percentile$24,903
50th (Median)$34,588
75th Percentile$47,731
90th (Top Earners)$59,491
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $34,588 for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers has the purchasing power of approximately $23,074 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

California's higher cost of living (COL index: 149.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers make in California?
Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers in California earn a median annual salary of $34,588 per year ($16.63/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $27,670.
Is California a good state for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers?
California pays above the national average for dining room and cafeteria attendants and bartender helpers, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in California is higher average (COL index: 149.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $34,588 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $23,074 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in California

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $387,400
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $382,775
3 Neurologists $369,500
4 Surgeons, All Other $368,150
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $339,850
6 Psychiatrists $312,248
7 Physicians, Pathologists $304,900
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $304,175
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers in California

Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the food service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: No formal credential

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