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Cashiers Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Cashiers make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$35,500
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.3% vs 2024
$37,540
Mean Salary
$35,500
Median Salary
$17.07
Hourly Rate
158,890 people work as Cashiers in New York
Cashiers salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Cashiers in New York earn a median salary of $35,500 per year ($2,958/month).
This is 11.4% above the national average of $31,863.
New York ranks #10 out of 51 states for Cashiers pay.
Approximately 158,890 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 1.3% 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 New York range from $32,600 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $44,850 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,280 and $37,350.
Median $35,500
P10: $32,600P25: $34,280P75: $37,350P90: $44,850
10th
$32,600
25th
$34,280
Median
$35,500
75th
$37,350
90th
$44,850
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$32,600
$15.67
$2,716
25th Percentile
$34,280
$16.48
$2,856
Median (50th)
$35,500
$17.07
$2,958
75th Percentile
$37,350
$17.96
$3,112
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$44,850
$21.56
$3,737
Note: The mean (average) salary of $37,540 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Cashiers in New York is $35,500 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $37,540.
What is the salary range for a Cashiers in New York?
Salaries for Cashiers in New York range from $32,600 at the 10th percentile to $44,850 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,280 and $37,350.
What is the starting salary for a Cashiers in New York?
Entry-level Cashiers positions in New York typically start around $32,600 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,280 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Cashiers in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 158,890 people are employed as Cashiers in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Cashiers in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Cashiers in New York is approximately $17.07 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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