Gambling Dealers Salary in U.S.
The median pay for a gambling dealers in U.S. is $33,280/year ($16/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $22K at the entry level to $74K for experienced workers.
AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (latest release, May 2024)
So what does $33K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level gambling dealers (10th percentile) start around $22K. Mid-career wages sit at $33K.Top earners bring in $74K or more - a $51K spread from bottom to top.
Gambling Dealers pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $59K | +77% | 600 |
| Arizona | $58K | +73% | 1,870 |
| Washington | $49K | +49% | 4,490 |
| Kansas | $44K | +32% | 380 |
| Delaware | $43K | +30% | 320 |
| Texas | $40K | +20% | 620 |
| Ohio | $39K | +18% | 660 |
| Michigan | $39K | +16% | 2,510 |
| West Virginia | $38K | +14% | 630 |
| New Jersey | $37K | +10% | 3,300 |
| Florida | $37K | +10% | 4,610 |
| Pennsylvania | $36K | +9% | 2,560 |
| Virginia | $36K | +7% | N/A |
| New York | $35K | +4% | 1,880 |
| South Dakota | $35K | +4% | 160 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do gambling dealers make in U.S.?
The median is $33,280 a year - that works out to about $16 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $22,340, and experienced gambling dealers can clear $73,530. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $33K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,398/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 58.9% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a gambling dealers salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median gambling dealers salary is worth about $33,280 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do gambling dealers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.