Baristas Salary in New Jersey
Baristas in New Jersey earn a median of $34,150 a year, +9% 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
- $34,150
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($31,200)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 93,730
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,220; the top 10% earn over $39,130. Nationally the range is $22,840 to $42,650.
States ranked near New Jersey
Similar jobs in New Jersey
- Butchers and Meat Cutters$38,540 median in New Jersey
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$34,170 median in New Jersey
- Cooks, Fast Food$32,220 median in New Jersey
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$34,150 median in New Jersey
- Waiters and Waitresses$44,960 median in New Jersey
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$36,390 median in New Jersey
Baristas pay in New Jersey
How much do baristas make in New Jersey?
The median is $34,150 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,220 and the top 10% earn over $39,130. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for baristas?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 51 (+9% vs. the national median of $31,200). Living costs are not included.