salary$30,010 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$23,750per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,260per year
Jobs in the area51,180people work this job
Can a cashier afford Atlanta?
Expensive. Rent of $1,999 a month takes 79.9% of the median cashier salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a cashier make in Atlanta, GA?
The median pay for a cashier in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area is $30,010 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $23,750 and $36,260.
Can a cashier afford to live in Atlanta?
Typical rent of $1,999 a month takes 79.9% of the median cashier salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area.