salary$27,020 a year$13 an hour · median pay in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$20,390per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,800per year
Jobs in the area7,000people work this job
Can a cashier afford McAllen?
Expensive. Rent of $1,026 a month takes 45.6% 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 McAllen, TX?
The median pay for a cashier in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX area is $27,020 a year ($13 an hour). Most earn between $20,390 and $36,800.
Can a cashier afford to live in McAllen?
Typical rent of $1,026 a month takes 45.6% 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 McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX metro area.