Cashiers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for cashierss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $33,220 ≈ $16/hr
National median salary $32,930
Total employment 3,110,940 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do cashiers make in the U.S.?
The median cashiers salary in the United States is $32,930 per year (mean $33,220), and about 80% earn between $24,520 and $40,670.
How much do cashiers make per hour?
Roughly $16 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $33,220 and 2,080 work hours per year.