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Hourly Wage for Teller II Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Teller II?

As of August 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Teller II in the United States is $18, which translates to an annual salary of about $38,161.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $21 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $17 to $20 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $16 per hour

Key Factors That Influence Teller II Salaries

A Teller II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Teller II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Teller II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Teller I (0-1 years): $34,305
  • Teller II (1-3 years): $38,161
  • Teller III (3-5 years): $44,400
  • Head Teller (5+ years): $46,501
  • Teller Supervisor (5+ years): $52,244
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Teller I0-1 years$34,305
Teller II1-3 years$38,161
Teller III3-5 years$44,400
Head Teller5+ years$46,501
Teller Supervisor5+ years$52,244

Top Paying Cities for Teller II

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $48,132
  • San Francisco: $47,605
  • Oakland: $46,602

What Skills Can Increase a Teller II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 17.08% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Debit Card (Mentioned in 1.87% Job Postings): A Debit Card is a card issued by a bank allowing the holder to transfer money electronically to another bank account when making a purchase.
  • Mobile Banking (Mentioned in 1.3% Job Postings): Mobile banking is the act of making financial transactions on a mobile device (cell phone, tablet, etc.).
Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 17.08%
Debit Card 1.87%
Mobile Banking 1.3%

What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Teller II's salary.

  • Client Service: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Scheduling: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Client Service $41,595
9%
Scheduling $41,214
8%
Leadership $40,832
7%

Teller II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Teller II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $41,086. While startup companies pay approximate $34,821.

Teller II Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup 1~50 $34,821
Growth Stage 51~500 $36,818
Established 501~5000 $39,690
Enterprise 5000+ $41,086

Teller II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Teller II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Teller positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Teller II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Teller II

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$57,242$28.050%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$45,793$22.020%

How Education impacts an Teller II's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Teller II enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Teller II with a Bachelor's Degree is between $35,630 and $37,459.

Teller II Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Teller II
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.5%
High School 44.9%
Associates 18.4%
Bachelors 31.6%
Masters 2.5%
Doctorate 0.0%

Teller II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Teller II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$35,740
Average $38,161/year
$40,921
$2,978
Average $3,180/month
$3,410
$687
Average $734/week
$787
$17
Average $18/hour
$20
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $40,921 $3,410 $787 $20
Average $38,161 $3,180 $734 $18
25th Percentile $35,740 $2,978 $687 $17

Most common benefits for Teller II

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

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FAQ about Teller II

1. What are the responsibilities of Teller II?

Responsible for providing in-person customer service to process routine banking transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, transfers, check cashing, and loan payments. Processes requests for money orders, cashiers' and travelers' checks, and foreign currency exchanges. Responds to customer inquiries, identifies needs, and makes referrals or cross-sells bank products and services. Ensures all transactions meet legal and bank-specific regulations. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.

2. What are the skills of Teller II

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

1.)

Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.

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Debit Card: A Debit Card is a card issued by a bank allowing the holder to transfer money electronically to another bank account when making a purchase.

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Mobile Banking: Mobile banking is the act of making financial transactions on a mobile device (cell phone, tablet, etc.).

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

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