salary$29,930 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Lansing-East Lansing, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$26,970per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,720per year
Jobs in the area4,170people work this job
Can a cashier afford Lansing?
Expensive. Rent of $1,149 a month takes 46.1% 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 Lansing, MI?
The median pay for a cashier in the Lansing-East Lansing, MI area is $29,930 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $26,970 and $36,720.
Can a cashier afford to live in Lansing?
Typical rent of $1,149 a month takes 46.1% 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 Lansing-East Lansing, MI metro area.