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Tellers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Tellers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$46,900
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.1% vs 2024
$47,790
Mean Salary
$46,900
Median Salary
$22.55
Hourly Rate
25,230 people work as Tellers in California
Tellers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Tellers in California earn a median salary of $46,900 per year ($3,908/month).
This is 13.1% above the national average of $41,471.
California ranks #3 out of 51 states for Tellers pay.
Approximately 25,230 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Tellers
Receive and pay out money. Keep records of money and negotiable instruments involved in a financial institution's various transactions.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.5
Speaking
3.25
Reading Comprehension
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
3.88
English Language
3.63
Mathematics
3.47
Economics and Accounting
3.11
Public Safety and Security
3.0
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(73.0% of workers)
Salaries for Tellers in California range from $38,030 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $58,660 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $44,690 and $49,380.
Median $46,900
P10: $38,030P25: $44,690P75: $49,380P90: $58,660
10th
$38,030
25th
$44,690
Median
$46,900
75th
$49,380
90th
$58,660
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,030
$18.28
$3,169
25th Percentile
$44,690
$21.49
$3,724
Median (50th)
$46,900
$22.55
$3,908
75th Percentile
$49,380
$23.74
$4,115
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$58,660
$28.20
$4,888
Note: The mean (average) salary of $47,790 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Tellers in California is $46,900 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $47,790.
What is the salary range for a Tellers in California?
Salaries for Tellers in California range from $38,030 at the 10th percentile to $58,660 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $44,690 and $49,380.
What is the starting salary for a Tellers in California?
Entry-level Tellers positions in California typically start around $38,030 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $44,690 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Tellers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 25,230 people are employed as Tellers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Tellers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Tellers in California is approximately $22.55 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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