Tellers Salary (2025)
Based on 329,480 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $34,360 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $37,040 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $43,030 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $46,580 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $49,680 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$34K
25th
$37K
Median
$43K
75th
$47K
90th
$50K
Highest Paying States for Tellers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $50,620 |
| California | $47,790 |
| Alaska | $46,970 |
| Massachusetts | $46,850 |
| New Jersey | $46,800 |
| Connecticut | $46,640 |
| Colorado | $46,400 |
| Rhode Island | $45,900 |
| Maryland | $45,490 |
| Arizona | $45,200 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Tellers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $50,620 per year, while Arizona has an average of $45,200 — a difference of $5,420. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Tellers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 329,480 workers were employed as Tellerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Office and Administrative Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $42,350 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 43-3071