salary$24,920 a year$12 an hour · median pay in the Lafayette, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$18,490per year
Top pay (top 10%)$33,130per year
Jobs in the area4,480people work this job
Can a cashier afford Lafayette?
Expensive. Rent of $1,096 a month takes 52.8% 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 Lafayette, LA?
The median pay for a cashier in the Lafayette, LA area is $24,920 a year ($12 an hour). Most earn between $18,490 and $33,130.
Can a cashier afford to live in Lafayette?
Typical rent of $1,096 a month takes 52.8% 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 Lafayette, LA metro area.