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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Retail
Indianapolis, IN

Cashier Jobs in Indianapolis

Temp and flexible cashier positions in Indianapolis pay $12.00-$15.13/hr — 6% below the national average, with a cost of living 11% below the U.S. baseline.

$12-$15

Per Hour

$543

Weekly (40hrs)

89

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Indianapolis

Logistics
Healthcare
Hospitality
Manufacturing

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1100
Groceries$300
Transport$75
More about Indianapolis

About Cashier Jobs in Indianapolis

Cashiers in Indianapolis earn $12.00-$15.13/hr, below the national average.

Cashiers process customer purchases, handle payments, and provide customer service at checkout in retail stores, grocery stores, and other establishments.

Most cashier positions in Indianapolis are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Cashier Pay: Indianapolis vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Indianapolis, IN$12–$15/hr89$1,100
Columbus, OH$12–$15/hr88$1,200
Chicago, IL$13–$18/hr107$1,700
Cincinnati, OH$12–$14/hr84$1,150
Cleveland, OH$12–$14/hr82$1,000
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Cashier in Indianapolis

2x
Challenging
81
Hours to pay rent
51%
Rent / gross income
218
Monthly disposable
1% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Indianapolis

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,349
Est. taxes (~22%)-$517
Take-home$1,832
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,100
Groceries + transport$375
Remaining$357

Based on avg Cashier rate of $13.57/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Scan items and process transactions accurately
  • Handle cash, credit cards, and other payments
  • Bag items and assist with carry-out
  • Answer customer questions about products
  • Maintain clean checkout area

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Customer service
Cash handling
Basic math
Communication
Speed & accuracy
Requirements
  • Basic math skills
  • Customer service orientation
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Flexible schedule including weekends

Earnings Calculator for Indianapolis

Calculate Your Cashier Earningsin Indianapolis
$14/hr
$12/hr$15.13/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$350
Monthly
$1,516
Yearly
$18,200
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Career Path from Cashier

Cashier

0-1 years

Head Cashier

1-2 years

Customer Service Lead

2-3 years

Front End Supervisor

3+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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