Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers Salary Guide 2025: $36,220 Median, Decline Ahead
Gambling change persons and booth cashiers — the workers who exchange cash for chips and process payouts in casinos — earn a national median salary of $36,220, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The mean hourly wage is about $17, with the typical range spanning from $24,460 at the 10th percentile to $60,330 at the 90th. This occupation employs 21,530 people across the U.S.
How much Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers earn
Half of all workers in this role earn less than $36,220 per year, and half earn more. The average (mean) salary is $39,100, pulled upward by higher earners. Entry-level workers typically start around $24,460, while experienced cashiers at the top of the scale can make over $60,000.
- 10th percentile: $24,460
- Median (50th): $36,220
- 90th percentile: $60,330
Pay by state
Where you work dramatically affects earnings. The highest-paid state is Arizona, with an average wage of $63,400, followed by Texas ($62,400), North Dakota ($49,830), New York ($48,110), and Maryland ($41,220). At the lower end, West Virginia pays an average of just $22,080, Louisiana $23,390, and Montana $27,910.
How to become Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashier
This job typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Most casinos provide on-the-job training lasting a few weeks. You'll need to be at least 18 or 21, depending on state and casino policy. Many employers run a background check, and some require a gaming license or permit from a state gambling commission. The role involves handling large sums of cash, so math skills and attention to detail are critical.
Realistic steps to enter the field:
1. Obtain a high school diploma or GED.
2. Apply for entry-level positions at casinos or racetracks. No prior experience is usually needed.
3. Pass a background check and, if required by your state, apply for a gaming license (fee typically under $100).
4. Complete employer-paid training on counting, chip handling, and customer service.
Job outlook
Employment of gambling change persons and booth cashiers is projected to decline by 6.4% from 2024 to 2034, a loss of about 1,400 jobs nationally. That's a much worse outlook than the average for all occupations. However, about 4,000 openings per year are expected, mostly due to workers leaving the industry or retiring. Competition for full-time positions may be strong.
Frequently asked questions
What is the hourly wage for gambling change persons and booth cashiers?
The mean hourly wage is about $17. At the median, workers earn about $17.41 per hour.
Which states pay the highest salaries for this job?
Arizona pays the most, averaging $63,400, followed by Texas ($62,400), North Dakota ($49,830), New York ($48,110), and Maryland ($41,220).
Is this job growing or declining?
Declining. The BLS projects a 6.4% decrease in employment from 2024 to 2034, with about 4,000 openings annually due to turnover.
Salary figures are U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates (OEWS / Employment Projections). For informational purposes only; not career or financial advice. See the full Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers data.