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Tellers Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.

The median salary for Tellers in the United States is $43,030 per year, about $21 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $37,040 and $46,580 a year.

Median annual salary
$43,030
~$21/hr · ~$3,586/mo
Total US jobs
347.4K
Decline
Education
High school diploma
Growth: -13%

Salary range

10th %ile
$34,360
25th %ile
$37,040
Median
$43,030
75th %ile
$46,580
90th %ile
$49,680

Highest-paying US metros for Tellers

MetroLocal salary
Winston-Salem, NC$46,060
Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC$44,180
St. Cloud, MN$43,820
Rochester, MN$45,200
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA$45,450
Goldsboro, NC$43,840
Greenville, NC$43,630
Rocky Mount, NC$43,110
Fayetteville, NC$44,890
Spartanburg, SC$44,430

Frequently asked questions

How much do Tellers make in the US?

The median salary is $43,030 per year (about $21 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $37,040 and $46,580 a year.

How much do Tellers make per hour?

About $21 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $43,030 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Tellers?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)