salary$29,880 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$27,040per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,470per year
Jobs in the area9,670people work this job
Can a cashier afford Grand Rapids?
Expensive. Rent of $1,751 a month takes 70.3% 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
The median pay for a cashier in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area is $29,880 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $27,040 and $36,470.
Can a cashier afford to live in Grand Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,751 a month takes 70.3% 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 Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI metro area.