Barista Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Barista Manager make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Barista Manager in the United States is $29,560 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $14.

However, a Barista Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $33,378
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $27,083 to $31,559
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $24,827
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Barista Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $31,559 $2,630 $607 $15
Average $29,560 $2,463 $568 $14
25th Percentile $27,083 $2,257 $521 $13
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Key Factors That Influence Barista Manager Salaries

A Barista Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Barista Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Barista Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $29,663
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $30,076
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $30,742
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $30,832
  • Expert (over 8 years): $30,984
Levels Salary
Entry Level Barista Manager$29,663
Intermediate Level Barista Manager$30,076
Senior Level Barista Manager$30,742
Specialist Level Barista Manager$30,832
Expert Level Barista Manager$30,984
$29,663 0 yr
$30,076 < 2 yrs
$30,742 2-4 yrs
$30,832 5-8 yrs
$30,984 > 8 yrs
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How Do Barista Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Barista Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $32,729.
  • California: $32,605.
  • Massachusetts: $32,170.

Top Paying Cities for Barista Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $37,284
  • San Francisco: $36,917
  • Oakland: $36,099

What Skills Can Increase a Barista Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 9.68% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Asset Protection (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): Asset protection is a component of financial planning intended to protect one's assets from creditor claims.
  • Credit Card (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): A credit card is a type of credit facility, provided by banks that allow customers to borrow funds within a pre-approved credit limit.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 9.68%
Asset Protection 3.23%
Credit Card 3.23%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Barista Manager's salary.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Guest Service: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Communication Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Written Communication
$33,698
14%
Guest Service
$32,516
10%
Communication Skills
$32,516
10%
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Barista Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Barista Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Barista Manager

Salaries for a Barista Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $34,408 in 2023 to around $33,611 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Barista Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Barista Manager Over Time

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