Cashiers Salary in California
Cashiers in California earn a median of $37,100 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $37,100
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($32,880)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 336,110
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,760; the top 10% earn over $48,950. Nationally the range is $24,530 to $40,410.
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Cashiers pay in California
How much do cashiers make in California?
The median is $37,100 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,760 and the top 10% earn over $48,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for cashiers?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+13% vs. the national median of $32,880). Living costs are not included.