salary$29,920 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$23,200per year
Top pay (top 10%)$38,440per year
Jobs in the area4,840people work this job
Can a cashier afford Durham?
Expensive. Rent of $1,797 a month takes 72.1% 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 Durham, NC?
The median pay for a cashier in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area is $29,920 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $23,200 and $38,440.
Can a cashier afford to live in Durham?
Typical rent of $1,797 a month takes 72.1% 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 Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area.