salary$28,520 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Wilmington, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$22,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$35,740per year
Jobs in the area4,860people work this job
Can a cashier afford Wilmington?
Expensive. Rent of $1,730 a month takes 72.8% 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 Wilmington, NC?
The median pay for a cashier in the Wilmington, NC area is $28,520 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $22,140 and $35,740.
Can a cashier afford to live in Wilmington?
Typical rent of $1,730 a month takes 72.8% 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 Wilmington, NC metro area.