Barback Salary in NYC, NY

How Much Does a Barback Make in NYC, NY?

The average annual salary for a Barback in NYC, NY is $31,976.00. We calculate this figure using our salary methodology, which includes data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Census Bureau and other websites and agencies.

What could I earn?

Find out how your salary compares to the average Barback salary.

Average Barback Base Salary:

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How much does a Barback make in NYC per hour?

The hourly rate for a Barback in NYC is currently $15.00. This does not include tips, bonuses or other performance-based incentives offered by the establishment they’re employed in.

How much does a Barback make in NYC per month?

The average monthly salary for a Barback in NYC is $2,664.67.

How much does a Barback make in NYC per week?

Based on the hourly and monthly salaries above, the average Barback salary per week in NYC is $600.00.

How Can I Earn More Money as a Barback in NYC?

The easiest way to earn more money as a Barback is to ask for a raise or a promotion. To do that, you’ll need to be prepared to discuss with your employer about why you deserve a raise.

To help you out, we’ve got a list of Barback interview questions and answers that you can use to come up with your own answers when you’re asking for a raise.

How Can I Determine What I Should be Earning as a Barback in NYC?

In addition to the average salaries above, you can view our job listings for and see what employers are willing to pay for the role.

What Skills Are Employers Looking for in a Barback in NYC?

You can see what employers want in a Barback in NYC if you take a look at a sample Barback job description. In it, you’ll find the most common skills, abilities and experience requirements for this role.

High-Paying Cities for Barback

The table below showcases four of the best cities to work in as a Barback. You can see the average annual wage for a Barback in each of these cities.

High-Paying Cities for Barback

City Avg Salary Avg Hourly Wage
Chicago, IL $27,276 $13.11
Los Angeles, CA $29,954 $14.40
Miami, FL $28,506 $13.70
NYC, NY $31,976 $15.37

Similar Careers in NYC

If you’re interested in seeing what other roles you can work in NYC, see our NYC jobs page.

Job title:
  • Barback
  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
  • Baker
  • Barista
  • Bartender
  • Busser
  • Cashier
  • Chef
  • Concierge
  • Cook
  • Director of Restaurant Operations
  • Dishwasher
  • Event Coordinator
  • Event Manager
  • Event Planner
  • Executive Chef
  • Fast-Food Worker
  • Fine Dining Server
  • Food Runner
  • Head Chef
  • Host/Hostess
  • Hotel General Manager
  • Hotel Manager
  • Housekeeper
  • Kitchen Manager
  • Line Cook
  • Pastry Chef
  • Porter
  • Prep Cook
  • Private Chef
  • Receptionist
  • Restaurant Consultant
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Server
  • Sommelier
  • Sous Chef
  • Sushi Chef
  • Valet
  • Waiter/Waitress
Salary:
  • NYC, NY
  • Average US
  • Chicago, IL
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Miami, FL
Growth
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Avg. Salary
$31,976

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