Bank tellers in the United States make an average hourly wage of about $17.69 to $18.36, with starting wages typically around $15.89 to $16 per hour

. Annually, this translates to an average salary of approximately $36,800 to $39,340, depending on experience and location

. Salaries vary significantly by state. For example:

• Washington state offers the highest average annual salary around $43,500.
• California and Connecticut also have high average salaries, around $41,850 to $42,120.
• Lower salaries are found in states like West Virginia, with averages near $29,600

Experienced tellers can earn more, with the top 10% making about $46,350 per year ($22.29 per hour)

. Some banks, such as Bank of America and Chase, tend to pay higher wages for tellers

. In summary:

• Average hourly wage: $17.69 to $18.36
• Starting wage: around $15.89 to $16 per hour
• Average annual salary: $36,800 to $39,340
• Top 10% annual salary: about $46,350
• Highest state average salary: $43,500 (Washington)

These figures reflect the typical pay scale for bank tellers as of early 2025