Barback Beverage Salary in the United States

How much does a Barback Beverage make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Barback Beverage in the United States is $26,498 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $13.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $30,999
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $23,695 to $28,854
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $21,143
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Barback Beverage Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $28,854 $2,404 $555 $14
Average $26,498 $2,208 $510 $13
25th Percentile $23,695 $1,975 $456 $11
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Key Factors That Influence Barback Beverage Salaries

A Barback Beverage'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 Do Barback Beverage 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 Barback Beverages. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $29,338.
  • California: $29,227.
  • Massachusetts: $28,838.

Top Paying Cities for Barback Beverages

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: $33,422
  • San Francisco: $33,056
  • Oakland: $32,359

What Skills Can Increase a Barback Beverage's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.4% 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.
  • Food Service (Mentioned in 2.88% Job Postings): The foodservice or catering industry includes the businesses, institutions, and companies which prepare meals outside the home.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 2.69% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.4%
Food Service 2.88%
Safety Standards 2.69%
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 Barback Beverage's salary.
  • Computer Savvy: Can increase your salary by up to 59%.
  • Plumbing: Can increase your salary by up to 53%.
  • HVAC: Can increase your salary by up to 50%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Computer Savvy
$42,132
59%
Plumbing
$40,542
53%
HVAC
$39,747
50%
Team Operations
$38,952
47%
Flexibility and Adaptability
$34,977
32%
Troubleshooting
$32,857
24%
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Barback Beverage Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Barback Beverage roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Barback Beverage positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Barback Beverage as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Barback Beverage

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$31,797$15.020%

Barback Beverage Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Barback Beverage'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Barback Beverage

Salaries for a Barback Beverage can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $34,056 in 2023 to around $33,312 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Barback Beverage salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Barback Beverage Over Time

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2023
$34,056
2024
$33,954
2025
$33,312
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2023 $34,056
2024 $33,954
2025 $33,312
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FAQ about Barback Beverage

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Barback Beverage?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Barback Beverage roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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