Tellers pay in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia, the median pay for tellers is $21.92 an hour ($45,590 a year). About 700 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($43,030). District of Columbia ranks 9th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for tellers in District of Columbia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.50 | $36,400 |
| 25% of workers | $20.67 | $42,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.92 | $45,590 |
| 75% of workers | $22.28 | $46,340 |
| 90% of workers | $22.83 | $47,480 |
Tellers pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | $46,880 | 4,060 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for tellers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -13.2% over ten years, declining · about 26,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in District of Columbia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $38,880 |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $65,180 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $72,010 |
| Billing and Posting Clerks | $64,330 |
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