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Cash Processer - Federal Salaries of 2021
Pay Rates for "Cash Processer"
How much does a Cash Processer in the federal government get paid? $45,898.74* *Based on the 2021 average.Cash Processer was the 270th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2021, with 353 employed. The most common payscale was the general schedule payscale.
In 2021, the Veterans Health Administration hired the most employees titled Cash Processing, with an average salary of $46,787.
Government Cash Processing jobs are classified under the General Schedule (GS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a Cash Processing job is GS-1, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is GS-9. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
Clerical, secretary, and administrative positions fall under this category. No specialized technical background is needed for positions in this category except for stenographers which require a proficiency exam before being hired. Strong organizational and communication skills are the primary requirements for this job category. Military experience can often be applied as relevant experience when calculating starting grade. Employees in the job category receive promotions of 1 grade increase at a time.
Agencies that have hired a Cash Processer
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Health Administration | 278 | $46,787.32 |
| Social Security Administration | 31 | $46,081.06 |
| Internal Revenue Service | 21 | $33,718.67 |
| Department of State | 6 | $57,093.00 |
| Indian Health Service | 5 | $33,611.40 |
| Indian Affairs | 3 | $46,098.67 |
| 2 | $27,613.00 | |
| Government Printing Office | 2 | $53,812.00 |
| National Archives and Records Administration | 1 | $49,982.00 |
| Veterans Benefits Administration | 1 | $39,847.00 |
| Drug Enforcement Administration | 1 | $0.00 |
| National Park Service | 1 | $48,052.00 |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 1 | $63,235.00 |
Cash Processer Pay Distribution
The average pay for a Cash Processer is $45,898.74. The highest paid Cash Processer made $69,274 in 2021.
Common Cash Processer Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Cash Processing Employees |
|---|---|
| GS - General Schedule | 349 |
| PG - Printing Office Grades | 2 |
| * - Invalid | 1 |
| IR - Internal Revenue Service Broadband Classification And Pay System Positions Only | 1 |
| Starting Paygrade: | $20,999.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-1, Step 1 |
| Maximum Paygrade: | $63,734.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-9, Step 10 |
| Category: | Clerical and Administrative Support |
| Occupation Family: | 0500 ACCOUNTING AND BUDGET GROUP |
Other Jobs at the GS-1 Paygrade
GS-1 is the starting paygrade for Cash Processing jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the GS-1 paygrade.
| Occupation | Occupation Category | Starting Paygrade | Maximum Paygrade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Laboratory Aid and Technician | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Pathology Technician | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Purchasing | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Transportation Clerk and Assistant | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
Average Cash Processing Pay Trend from 2004 to 2021
In 2004, the average pay for a Cash Processer was $32,474. Since then, the average pay has increased to $45,899 in 2021.
Data Sources
The information provided on these pages is sourced from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) 
Enterprise Human Resources Integration (EHRI) dataset. Postal Service data is managed exclusively by the USPS . All information is displayed unmodified and as provided by the source agency.
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The series code of this occupation is 0530.