Tellers vs. Customer Service Representatives: Who Earns More?
Customer Service Representatives out-earn Tellers by $2K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Tellers land at $43,030 and Customer Service Representatives at $44,770. The education gap is real: teller programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while customer service representatif programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Tellers is Washington ($47,670); for Customer Service Representatives it's Washington ($50,330).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Tellers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Tellers or Customer Service Representatives?
Customer Service Representatives earn more nationally. The median is $43,030 for Tellers versus $44,770 for Customer Service Representatives, a difference of $2K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Tellers or Customer Service Representatives?
Customer Service Representatives has the better 10-year outlook at -5.5% projected growth, compared to -12.9% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Tellers or Customer Service Representatives?
Tellers typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Customer Service Representatives requires high school diploma or equivalent. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Tellers get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Tellers at $47,670/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Tellers vs. Customer Service Representatives pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Tellers earn $47,670 vs. $50,330 for Customer Service Representatives. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.