salary$33,850 a year$16 an hour · median pay in the Rochester, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$32,240per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,400per year
Jobs in the area8,900people work this job
Can a cashier afford Rochester?
Expensive. Rent of $1,331 a month takes 47.2% 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 Rochester, NY?
The median pay for a cashier in the Rochester, NY area is $33,850 a year ($16 an hour). Most earn between $32,240 and $36,400.
Can a cashier afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,331 a month takes 47.2% 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 Rochester, NY metro area.