salary$37,080 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,490per year
Top pay (top 10%)$48,290per year
Jobs in the area4,020people work this job
Can a cashier afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 78.1% 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 Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a cashier in the Salinas, CA area is $37,080 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $35,490 and $48,290.
Can a cashier afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 78.1% 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 Salinas, CA metro area.