Advertising Sales Agents vs. Cashiers: Who Earns More?
Advertising Sales Agentss out-earn Cashierss by $32K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Advertising Sales Agentss land at $64,820 and Cashierss at $32,880. The education gap is real: advertising sales agent programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while cashier programs require no formal educational credential. Top-paying state for Advertising Sales Agentss is Washington ($101,320); for Cashierss it's District of Columbia ($38,880).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Advertising Sales Agents median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Advertising Sales Agentss or Cashierss?
Advertising Sales Agentss earn more nationally. The median is $64,820 for Advertising Sales Agentss versus $32,880 for Cashierss, a difference of $32K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Advertising Sales Agents or Cashiers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Advertising Sales Agents or Cashiers?
Advertising Sales Agents typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Cashiers requires no formal educational credential. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Advertising Sales Agentss get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Advertising Sales Agentss at $101,320/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Advertising Sales Agents vs. Cashiers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Advertising Sales Agentss earn $101,320 vs. $38,720 for Cashierss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.