salary$30,350 a year$15 an hour · median pay in the Richmond, VA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$27,570per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,510per year
Jobs in the area14,460people work this job
Can a cashier afford Richmond?
Expensive. Rent of $1,644 a month takes 65.0% 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 Richmond, VA?
The median pay for a cashier in the Richmond, VA area is $30,350 a year ($15 an hour). Most earn between $27,570 and $36,510.
Can a cashier afford to live in Richmond?
Typical rent of $1,644 a month takes 65.0% 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 Richmond, VA metro area.