Telemarketers vs. Cashiers: Who Earns More?
Telemarketerss out-earn Cashierss by $3K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Telemarketerss land at $35,450 and Cashierss at $32,880. The education gap is real: telemarketer programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while cashier programs require no formal educational credential. Top-paying state for Telemarketerss is Kansas ($48,010); for Cashierss it's District of Columbia ($38,880).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Telemarketers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Telemarketerss or Cashierss?
Telemarketerss earn more nationally. The median is $35,450 for Telemarketerss versus $32,880 for Cashierss, a difference of $3K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Telemarketers 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, Telemarketers or Cashiers?
Telemarketers typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Cashiers requires no formal educational credential. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Telemarketerss get paid the most?
Kansas is the top-paying state for Telemarketerss at $48,010/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Telemarketers vs. Cashiers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Colorado, Telemarketerss earn $47,670 vs. $36,870 for Cashierss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.