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

Barista Jobs in Scottsdale

Temp and flexible barista positions in Scottsdale pay $15.73-$22.99/hr — 21% above the national average, with a cost of living 21% above the U.S. baseline.

$16-$23

Per Hour

$774

Weekly (40hrs)

121

Cost Index

MST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Scottsdale

Hospitality
Tourism
Healthcare
Retail

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1800
Groceries$360
Transport$95
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About Barista Jobs in Scottsdale

Baristas in Scottsdale earn $15.73-$22.99/hr, above 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 Scottsdale are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Barista Pay: Scottsdale vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Scottsdale, AZ$16–$23/hr121$1,800
Phoenix, AZ$13–$18/hr97$1,400
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Barista in Scottsdale

1.7x
Challenging
93
Hours to pay rent
58%
Rent / gross income
161
Monthly disposable
14% 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 Scottsdale

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$3,353
Est. taxes (~22%)-$738
Take-home$2,615
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,800
Groceries + transport$455
Remaining$360

Based on avg Barista rate of $19.36/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 Scottsdale

Calculate Your Barista Earningsin Scottsdale
$19/hr
$15.73/hr$22.99/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$625
Monthly
$2,706
Yearly
$32,500

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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