Starbucks pays its employees primarily by the hour, with pay rates varying depending on the job role, location, and experience. As of 2025:
- Baristas typically earn between $13.42 and $20.83 per hour in the U.S., with an average reported hourly wage around $15.73.
- Shift supervisors earn roughly between $16 and $27 per hour.
- Store managers' salaries range from about $62,000 to $85,600 annually.
- Assistant store managers earn between $51,400 and $67,100 yearly.
- Starbucks salaried employees, including managers, are set to get a flat 2% pay raise in 2025.
- Employee pay varies also by region and age group, with some employees earning below a living wage in certain locations.
- Starbucks employees often receive a 30% staff discount.
These figures are based on data collected from thousands of workers and recent employer reports as of mid-2025 and reflect current market conditions across the U.S. and the UK for comparison.
