salary$26,980 a year$13 an hour · median pay in the Columbus, GA-AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$21,250per year
Top pay (top 10%)$31,800per year
Jobs in the area2,900people work this job
Can a cashier afford Columbus?
Expensive. Rent of $1,314 a month takes 58.4% 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 Columbus, GA?
The median pay for a cashier in the Columbus, GA-AL area is $26,980 a year ($13 an hour). Most earn between $21,250 and $31,800.
Can a cashier afford to live in Columbus?
Typical rent of $1,314 a month takes 58.4% 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 Columbus, GA-AL metro area.