Bank Teller Salary in 2026
Process deposits, withdrawals, and other banking transactions for customers.
Median Salary
$36,000
$3,000/mo
Entry Level
$30,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$42,000
experienced
Job Growth
-2%
10-yr outlook
Bank Teller Overview
Process deposits, withdrawals, and other banking transactions for customers.
Education
High School Diploma
Experience
0 years
Industry
Finance
Total Jobs (US)
480K
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Finance
Hourly Rate
$17.31/hr
Monthly Pay
$3,000
Bank Teller Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Bank Teller salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Bank Teller Salary
$38,000
$3,167/month · $1,462/biweekly · $18.27/hr
Bank Teller Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Bank Teller field.
Entry-level Bank Tellers earn around $30,000, while the top 10% earn $45,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Bank Tellers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $42,000 | +$6,000 |
| New York | $41,000 | +$5,000 |
| Illinois | $37,000 | +$1,000 |
| Texas | $35,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $35,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Bank Tellers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $42,000 | +$6,000 |
| Los Angeles | $40,000 | +$4,000 |
| Chicago | $38,000 | +$2,000 |
| Miami | $37,000 | +$1,000 |
| Houston | $36,000 | $0 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Bank Teller Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Bank Teller from entry level to expert.
$30,000
0-2 years
$36,000
3-7 years
$42,000
8-14 years
$48,000
15+ years
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