salary$34,550 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$25,730per year
Top pay (top 10%)$40,300per year
Jobs in the area7,960people work this job
Can a cashier afford Madison?
Expensive. Rent of $1,723 a month takes 59.8% 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 Madison, WI?
The median pay for a cashier in the Madison, WI area is $34,550 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $25,730 and $40,300.
Can a cashier afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 a month takes 59.8% 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 Madison, WI metro area.