salary$29,110 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Knoxville, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$21,680per year
Top pay (top 10%)$34,890per year
Jobs in the area8,030people work this job
Can a cashier afford Knoxville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,544 a month takes 63.6% 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 Knoxville, TN?
The median pay for a cashier in the Knoxville, TN area is $29,110 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $21,680 and $34,890.
Can a cashier afford to live in Knoxville?
Typical rent of $1,544 a month takes 63.6% 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 Knoxville, TN metro area.