salary$29,770 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$23,520per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,760per year
Jobs in the area14,350people work this job
Can a cashier afford Cary?
Expensive. Rent of $2,050 a month takes 82.6% 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 Cary, NC?
The median pay for a cashier in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area is $29,770 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $23,520 and $36,760.
Can a cashier afford to live in Cary?
Typical rent of $2,050 a month takes 82.6% 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 Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area.