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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Hospitality
Indianapolis, IN

Barista Jobs in Indianapolis

Temp and flexible barista positions in Indianapolis pay $13.00-$16.91/hr — 7% below the national average, with a cost of living 11% below the U.S. baseline.

$13-$17

Per Hour

$598

Weekly (40hrs)

89

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Indianapolis

Logistics
Healthcare
Hospitality
Manufacturing

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1100
Groceries$300
Transport$75
More about Indianapolis

About Barista Jobs in Indianapolis

Baristas in Indianapolis earn $13.00-$16.91/hr, below the national average.

Baristas are skilled coffee professionals who prepare and serve espresso-based drinks, brewed coffee, and other beverages while providing excellent customer service in cafes and coffee shops.

Most barista positions in Indianapolis are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Barista Pay: Indianapolis vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Indianapolis, IN$13–$17/hr89$1,100
Columbus, OH$13–$17/hr88$1,200
Chicago, IL$14–$20/hr107$1,700
Cincinnati, OH$13–$16/hr84$1,150
Cleveland, OH$13–$16/hr82$1,000
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Barista in Indianapolis

2.2x
Tight Budget
74
Hours to pay rent
46%
Rent / gross income
391
Monthly disposable
9% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Indianapolis

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,590
Est. taxes (~22%)-$570
Take-home$2,020
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,100
Groceries + transport$375
Remaining$545

Based on avg Barista rate of $14.96/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare espresso drinks, brewed coffee, and specialty beverages
  • Greet customers and take orders
  • Operate espresso machines and other equipment
  • Maintain cleanliness standards
  • Manage cash register and process payments

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Coffee brewing techniques
Latte art
Customer service
Multitasking
Cash handling
Requirements
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  • Basic math skills for cash handling
  • Food handler certification (in some locations)

Earnings Calculator for Indianapolis

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$15/hr
$13/hr$16.91/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$525
Monthly
$2,273
Yearly
$27,300

Includes ~$150/week in estimated tips

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Career Path from Barista

Barista

0-2 years

Shift Supervisor

2-3 years

Assistant Manager

3-5 years

Store Manager

5+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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