Baristas Salary in New York
Baristas in New York earn a median of $35,250 a year, +13% 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
- $35,250
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($31,200)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 168,620
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,240; the top 10% earn over $44,740. Nationally the range is $22,840 to $42,650.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- Butchers and Meat Cutters$47,080 median in New York
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$36,740 median in New York
- Cooks, Fast Food$35,770 median in New York
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$35,250 median in New York
- Waiters and Waitresses$47,020 median in New York
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$39,370 median in New York
Baristas pay in New York
How much do baristas make in New York?
The median is $35,250 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,240 and the top 10% earn over $44,740. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for baristas?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 51 (+13% vs. the national median of $31,200). Living costs are not included.