salary$29,640 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$24,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$37,610per year
Jobs in the area8,720people work this job
Can a cashier afford Des Moines?
Expensive. Rent of $1,266 a month takes 51.3% 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 Des Moines, IA?
The median pay for a cashier in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area is $29,640 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $24,140 and $37,610.
Can a cashier afford to live in Des Moines?
Typical rent of $1,266 a month takes 51.3% 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 Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro area.