Baristas Salary in Virginia
Baristas in Virginia earn a median of $30,110 a year, −3% 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
- $30,110
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($31,200)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 104,460
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $27,130; the top 10% earn over $37,550. Nationally the range is $22,840 to $42,650.
States ranked near Virginia
Similar jobs in Virginia
- Butchers and Meat Cutters$39,770 median in Virginia
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$32,410 median in Virginia
- Cooks, Fast Food$29,950 median in Virginia
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$30,110 median in Virginia
- Waiters and Waitresses$44,760 median in Virginia
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$35,090 median in Virginia
Baristas pay in Virginia
How much do baristas make in Virginia?
The median is $30,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $27,130 and the top 10% earn over $37,550. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for baristas?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $31,200). Living costs are not included.