salary$34,920 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$31,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$42,430per year
Jobs in the area48,660people work this job
Can a cashier afford Phoenix?
Expensive. Rent of $1,893 a month takes 65.1% 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 Phoenix, AZ?
The median pay for a cashier in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area is $34,920 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $31,140 and $42,430.
Can a cashier afford to live in Phoenix?
Typical rent of $1,893 a month takes 65.1% 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 Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area.