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The average salary for a cellar worker in the United States is approximately $25,563 per year, translating to about $12 per hour. This compensation can vary based on factors such as location, experience level, and the type of employer. In regions with a higher demand for skilled workers, such as California and New York, salaries can be significantly higher.
Entry-level cellar workers typically earn around $20,000 annually, while those with several years of experience can expect to earn upwards of $30,000 to $40,000 depending on the specific responsibilities and the employer's size.
States like California, Washington, and New York offer higher salaries due to their robust wine and craft beer industries. Cities with a strong culinary scene and numerous wineries or breweries are likely to provide better compensation for cellar workers. Additionally, specialized roles in larger operations may come with higher pay rates.
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The highest-paying states for cellar workers are Vermont, Hawaii, and New York. The lowest average cellar worker salary states are Missouri, Georgia, and South Dakota.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nebraska | $28,784 | $13.84 |
| 2 | New Hampshire | $32,648 | $15.70 |
| 3 | Minnesota | $31,921 | $15.35 |
| 4 | District of Columbia | $34,881 | $16.77 |
| 5 | Connecticut | $31,407 | $15.10 |
| 6 | Vermont | $34,241 | $16.46 |
| 7 | West Virginia | $25,081 | $12.06 |
| 8 | Rhode Island | $33,378 | $16.05 |
| 9 | New York | $33,536 | $16.12 |
| 10 | Wisconsin | $27,799 | $13.36 |
| 11 | Massachusetts | $33,384 | $16.05 |
| 12 | Michigan | $28,109 | $13.51 |
| 13 | Pennsylvania | $28,829 | $13.86 |
| 14 | Utah | $25,780 | $12.39 |
| 15 | Iowa | $27,595 | $13.27 |
| 16 | North Dakota | $27,904 | $13.42 |
| 17 | Kentucky | $26,117 | $12.56 |
| 18 | Washington | $27,260 | $13.11 |
| 19 | Nevada | $27,087 | $13.02 |
| 20 | Ohio | $26,114 | $12.55 |
| 21 | Indiana | $26,120 | $12.56 |
| 22 | Oklahoma | $25,457 | $12.24 |
| 23 | Delaware | $27,780 | $13.36 |
| 24 | Tennessee | $24,656 | $11.85 |
| 25 | Idaho | $25,892 | $12.45 |
| 26 | New Jersey | $30,053 | $14.45 |
| 27 | Maine | $30,695 | $14.76 |
| 28 | Oregon | $25,980 | $12.49 |
| 29 | Alaska | $27,979 | $13.45 |
| 30 | Hawaii | $34,063 | $16.38 |
| 31 | Colorado | $26,627 | $12.80 |
| 32 | Florida | $25,015 | $12.03 |
| 33 | Illinois | $26,361 | $12.67 |
| 34 | Wyoming | $24,075 | $11.57 |
| 35 | South Dakota | $22,874 | $11.00 |
| 36 | California | $25,132 | $12.08 |
| 37 | Montana | $25,976 | $12.49 |
| 38 | South Carolina | $24,114 | $11.59 |
| 39 | Mississippi | $24,990 | $12.01 |
| 40 | Kansas | $25,055 | $12.05 |
| 41 | Alabama | $23,549 | $11.32 |
| 42 | North Carolina | $23,570 | $11.33 |
| 43 | Missouri | $23,360 | $11.23 |
| 44 | Maryland | $27,955 | $13.44 |
| 45 | Virginia | $25,100 | $12.07 |
| 46 | Arizona | $25,857 | $12.43 |
| 47 | Georgia | $23,334 | $11.22 |
| 48 | Louisiana | $21,865 | $10.51 |
| 49 | Arkansas | $23,867 | $11.47 |
| 50 | Texas | $22,602 | $10.87 |
| 51 | New Mexico | $20,661 | $9.93 |
The highest-paying cities for cellar workers are Chicago, IL, El Paso de Robles, CA, and Miami, FL.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago, IL | $26,475 | $12.73 |
| 2 | El Paso de Robles, CA | $25,302 | $12.16 |
| 3 | Miami, FL | $25,061 | $12.05 |
| 4 | Charlotte, NC | $23,391 | $11.25 |
A cellar worker's salary ranges from $14,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $45,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $45,000 | $3,750 | $22 |
| 75th Percentile | $34,000 | $2,833 | $16 |
| Average | $25,563 | $2,130 | $12 |
| 25th Percentile | $18,000 | $1,500 | $9 |
| 10th Percentile | $14,000 | $1,167 | $7 |
The highest paying types of cellar workers are stock unloader, dock worker, and warehouseman.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage Hand | $35,686 | $2,974 | $17.16 | 10,766 |
| Material Handler | $33,215 | $2,768 | $15.97 | 174,068 |
| Loader/Unloader | $31,827 | $2,652 | $15.30 | 67,063 |
| Package Handler UPS | $32,276 | $2,690 | $15.52 | 80,442 |
| Package Handler | $32,785 | $2,732 | $15.76 | 93,831 |
| Stock Unloader | $43,736 | $3,645 | $21.03 | 75,994 |
Top companies hiring cellar workers now:
Cellar worker salaries at Vintage Wine Estates and Volt Systems LLC are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average cellar worker salary at companies like Aerotek and The Boston Beer Company are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vintage Wine Estates | $45,072 | $21.67 |
| 2 | Volt Systems LLC | $32,689 | $15.72 |
| 3 | Aerotek | $30,393 | $14.61 |
| 4 | The Boston Beer Company | $30,243 | $14.54 |
| 5 | Alkar Human Resources | $29,070 | $13.98 |
| 6 | Advance Central Services, Inc. | $28,960 | $13.92 |
| 7 | Chandon USA | $28,925 | $13.91 |
| 8 | Volt Information Sciences | $28,823 | $13.86 |
| 9 | Jackson Family Wines | $26,708 | $12.84 |
| 10 | Winery Exchange | $26,664 | $12.82 |
| 11 | City Winery | $26,525 | $12.75 |
| 12 | F. Korbel & Bros. | $26,488 | $12.73 |
| 13 | Maryhill Winery | $26,338 | $12.66 |
| 14 | Constellation Brands | $25,160 | $12.10 |
| 15 | The Wonderful Company | $24,753 | $11.90 |
| 16 | Kendall-Jackson | $24,559 | $11.81 |
| 17 | Justin | $24,476 | $11.77 |
The average cellar worker salary has risen by $6,054 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average cellar worker earned $19,509 annually, but today, they earn $25,563 a year. That works out to a 20% change in pay for cellar workers over the last decade.
Compare cellar worker salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare cellar worker salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,600 | $12.29 | +5.2% |
| 2024 | $24,200 | $11.65 | +4.2% |
| 2023 | $23,200 | $11.16 | +4.3% |
| 2022 | $22,200 | $10.68 | +3.9% |
| 2021 | $21,300 | $10.26 | +3.7% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precept Brands LLC | Cellar Worker | Walla Walla, WA | 06/29/2025 | $30,000 |
| Star Staffing | Cellar Worker | Santa Rosa, CA | 06/27/2025 | $41,740 |
| Barrett Business Services | Cellar Worker 2025 | Manteca, CA | 06/19/2025 | $37,566 |
| Ponte Winery | Cellar Barback | Temecula, CA | 06/16/2025 | $34,436 |
| Constellation Brands | Harvest Cellar Worker (Booker Winery) | El Paso de Robles, CA | 06/13/2025 | $37,566 |
| Pernod Ricard | Harvest Cellar Worker | Rutherford, CA | 06/09/2025 | $37,566 |
| Bolt Staffing | Cellar Worker-Winery Season | Ripon, CA | 06/02/2025 | $48,001 |
| Westbound & Down Brewing Company | Westbound Cellar Person | Lafayette, CO | 05/15/2025 | $43,000 |
| The Wonderful Company | Harvest Cellar Worker | El Paso de Robles, CA | 05/12/2025 | $34,436 |
| Constellation Brands | Harvest Cellar Worker (Booker Winery) | El Paso de Robles, CA | 05/09/2025 | $37,566 |
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