Starbucks baristas in the United States make on average between $15 and $17 per hour as of 2025. The company recently set a new minimum wage of $15 per hour, with the average wage around $17 per hour, including potential increases for employees with more tenure (5% increase after 2 years, up to 10% or more after 5 years)
. According to various salary data sources:
- Indeed reports an average hourly wage of about $15.65, with a range from $7.95 to $25.60 per hour based on location and experience
- ZipRecruiter shows average hourly pay around $15.23 to $15.55, with full-time baristas earning roughly $32,000 annually on average
- Some areas, especially in California and Washington, offer higher wages, with annual salaries approaching $29,000 to $30,000 before recent pay hikes
- Top earners at Starbucks can make up to $18 per hour or more, translating to about $37,500 annually
In summary, Starbucks baristas typically earn between $15 and $18 per hour in the U.S., with wages varying by location, experience, and tenure at the company
