Credit Union Teller Salary in the United States

How much does a Credit Union Teller make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Credit Union Teller in the United States is $38,949 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Credit Union Teller's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,985
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,280 to $41,585
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,849
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Credit Union Teller Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,585 $3,465 $800 $20
Average $38,949 $3,246 $749 $19
25th Percentile $36,280 $3,023 $698 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Credit Union Teller Salaries

A Credit Union Teller'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 Credit Union Teller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Credit Union Teller'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $35,184
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $39,135
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,524
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,683
  • Expert (over 8 years): $53,572
Levels Salary
Teller I Level Credit Union Teller$35,184
Credit Un... Level Credit Union Teller$39,135
Teller II... Level Credit Union Teller$45,524
Head Tell... Level Credit Union Teller$47,683
Teller Su... Level Credit Union Teller$53,572
$35,184 0 yr
$39,135 < 2 yrs
$45,524 2-4 yrs
$47,683 5-8 yrs
$53,572 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Credit Union Tellers

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: $49,127
  • San Francisco: $48,589
  • Oakland: $47,565

What Skills Can Increase a Credit Union Teller'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.).
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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 Credit Union Teller'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
$42,455
9%
Scheduling
$42,065
8%
Leadership
$41,676
7%
Collaborating with Others
$41,286
6%
Written Communication
$41,286
6%
Career Development
$40,897
5%
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How Education impacts a Credit Union Teller's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Credit Union Tellers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Credit Union Teller with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $35,344 and $37,187).

Credit Union Teller Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Credit Union Teller
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%
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Credit Union Teller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Credit Union Teller'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 May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Credit Union Teller

Salaries for a Credit Union Teller can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,070 in 2023 to around $42,177 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Credit Union Teller salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Credit Union Teller Over Time

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2023
$43,070
2024
$42,819
2025
$42,177
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2023 $43,070
2024 $42,819
2025 $42,177
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Most common benefits for Credit Union Teller

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