Baristas
Prepare or serve specialty coffee or other beverages. Serve food such as baked goods or sandwiches to patrons.
SOC: 35-3023.01
Common Job Titles
- Barista
- Catering Barista
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Baristas (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
3,780,930
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $22,620. 25th percentile: U.S. $27,150. 50th percentile: U.S. $30,480. 75th percentile: U.S. $35,440. 90th percentile: U.S. $38,800. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $22,620 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $38,800 |
| Workers on average earn | $31,350 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Customer and Personal Service4.2/5
- English Language3.3/5
- Sales and Marketing3.0/5
- Food Production2.8/5
- Administration and Management2.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Word
Technology Skills
- Accounting software
- Point of sale POS software
Tools & Equipment
- Bagel cutters
- Box cutters
- Cash registers
- Chefs' knives
- Coffee brewing machines
- Coffee grinders
- Commercial kitchen microwave ovens
- Commercial kitchen toasters