Baristas Salary in Michigan
Baristas in Michigan earn a median of $28,930 a year, −7% 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
- $28,930
- vs. U.S. median
- −7% ($31,200)
- Rank among states
- 30 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 103,130
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $25,960; the top 10% earn over $35,970. Nationally the range is $22,840 to $42,650.
States ranked near Michigan
Similar jobs in Michigan
- Butchers and Meat Cutters$39,350 median in Michigan
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$30,390 median in Michigan
- Cooks, Fast Food$29,460 median in Michigan
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$28,930 median in Michigan
- Waiters and Waitresses$37,760 median in Michigan
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$34,260 median in Michigan
Baristas pay in Michigan
How much do baristas make in Michigan?
The median is $28,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $25,960 and the top 10% earn over $35,970. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for baristas?
On pay alone it ranks 30 of 51 (−7% vs. the national median of $31,200). Living costs are not included.