salary$29,310 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Birmingham, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$22,400per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,140per year
Jobs in the area10,690people work this job
Can a cashier afford Birmingham?
Expensive. Rent of $1,291 a month takes 52.9% 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 Birmingham, AL?
The median pay for a cashier in the Birmingham, AL area is $29,310 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $22,400 and $36,140.
Can a cashier afford to live in Birmingham?
Typical rent of $1,291 a month takes 52.9% 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 Birmingham, AL metro area.