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

    Barista Jobs in Pittsburgh

    Temp and flexible barista positions in Pittsburgh pay $13.00-$17.67/hr — 4% below the national average, with a cost of living 7% below the U.S. baseline.

    $13-$18

    Per Hour

    $613

    Weekly (40hrs)

    93

    Cost Index

    EST

    Time Zone

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    Quick Facts

    Top Industries in Pittsburgh

    Healthcare
    Education
    Technology
    Hospitality

    Monthly Costs

    1-Bed Rent$1350
    Groceries$320
    Transport$85
    More about Pittsburgh

    About Barista Jobs in Pittsburgh

    Baristas in Pittsburgh earn $13.00-$17.67/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 Pittsburgh are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

    Barista Pay: Pittsburgh vs Nearby Cities

    CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
    Pittsburgh, PA$13–$18/hr93$1,350
    Philadelphia, PA$13–$19/hr102$1,550
    New York City, NY$24–$36/hr187$3,500
    Boston, MA$20–$29/hr152$2,800
    Baltimore, MD$14–$20/hr107$1,600
    Worker Proprietary Metric

    Worker Affordability Score

    Calculated for Barista in Pittsburgh

    1.8x
    Challenging
    88
    Hours to pay rent
    55%
    Rent / gross income
    159
    Monthly disposable
    9% less affordable than US national average

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

    What You’ll Actually Earn in Pittsburgh

    Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
    Gross monthly$2,656
    Est. taxes (~22%)-$584
    Take-home$2,072
    After Essential Costs
    1-Bed Rent$1,350
    Groceries + transport$405
    Remaining$317

    Based on avg Barista rate of $15.34/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

    Earnings Calculator for Pittsburgh

    Calculate Your Barista Earningsin Pittsburgh
    $15/hr
    $13/hr$17.67/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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    Barista in Other Cities

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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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