Baristas Salary in District of Columbia
Baristas in District of Columbia earn a median of $37,430 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Fast Food and Counter Workers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $37,430
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($31,200)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,500
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,260; the top 10% earn over $46,800. Nationally the range is $22,840 to $42,650.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Butchers and Meat Cutters$48,760 median in District of Columbia
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$39,080 median in District of Columbia
- Cooks, Fast Food$44,670 median in District of Columbia
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$37,430 median in District of Columbia
- Waiters and Waitresses$47,850 median in District of Columbia
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$37,920 median in District of Columbia
Baristas pay in District of Columbia
How much do baristas make in District of Columbia?
The median is $37,430 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,260 and the top 10% earn over $46,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for baristas?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+20% vs. the national median of $31,200). Living costs are not included.