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Cashiers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Cashiers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,100
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.3% vs 2024
$40,060
Mean Salary
$37,100
Median Salary
$17.84
Hourly Rate
336,110 people work as Cashiers in California
Cashiers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Cashiers in California earn a median salary of $37,100 per year ($3,091/month).
This is 16.4% above the national average of $31,863.
California ranks #3 out of 51 states for Cashiers pay.
Approximately 336,110 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Cashiers
Receive and disburse money in establishments other than financial institutions. May use electronic scanners, cash registers, or related equipment. May process credit or debit card transactions and validate checks.
Top Skills
Service Orientation
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Speaking
3.12
Mathematics
3.0
Social Perceptiveness
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.33
Mathematics
3.17
Administration and Management
3.14
Administrative
3.04
Sales and Marketing
2.95
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(68.0% of workers)
Salaries for Cashiers in California range from $34,760 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $48,950 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,800 and $42,390.
Median $37,100
P10: $34,760P25: $35,800P75: $42,390P90: $48,950
10th
$34,760
25th
$35,800
Median
$37,100
75th
$42,390
90th
$48,950
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,760
$16.71
$2,896
25th Percentile
$35,800
$17.21
$2,983
Median (50th)
$37,100
$17.84
$3,091
75th Percentile
$42,390
$20.38
$3,532
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$48,950
$23.53
$4,079
Note: The mean (average) salary of $40,060 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Cashiers in California is $37,100 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $40,060.
What is the salary range for a Cashiers in California?
Salaries for Cashiers in California range from $34,760 at the 10th percentile to $48,950 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,800 and $42,390.
What is the starting salary for a Cashiers in California?
Entry-level Cashiers positions in California typically start around $34,760 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,800 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Cashiers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 336,110 people are employed as Cashiers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Cashiers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Cashiers in California is approximately $17.84 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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