Cashiers Salary (2025)
Based on 3,089,410 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $24,530 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $28,720 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $32,880 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $36,330 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $40,410 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$25K
25th
$29K
Median
$33K
75th
$36K
90th
$40K
Highest Paying States for Cashiers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $42,370 |
| Washington | $41,930 |
| California | $40,060 |
| Hawaii | $38,450 |
| Colorado | $38,220 |
| New York | $37,540 |
| Alaska | $37,160 |
| Connecticut | $36,900 |
| Massachusetts | $36,860 |
| Oregon | $36,710 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Cashiers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $42,370 per year, while Oregon has an average of $36,710 — a difference of $5,660. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Cashiers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,089,410 workers were employed as Cashierss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Sales and Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $33,180 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 41-2011