Gambling Dealer Salary
Gambling Dealers earn a median $34,320 a year nationally. Personal Care and Service Occupations
What gambling dealers do
Operate table games. Stand or sit behind table and operate games of chance by dispensing the appropriate number of cards or blocks to players, or operating other gambling equipment. Distribute winnings or collect players’ money or chips. May compare the house’s hand against players’ hands.
- Typical education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Short-term on-the-job training
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +3.4% (about average)
- Openings per year
- 13,300
- Self-employed
- 4%
Employment of gambling dealers is projected to grow 3.4% from 2025 to 2035, about the same as the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 13,300 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Gambling Dealer take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$1,938
- Social Security (6.2%)$2,128
- Medicare (1.45%)$498
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$29,756
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $24,040 | $11.56 | $21,407 |
| 25th percentile | $25,810 | $12.41 | $22,865 |
| Median (50th) | $34,320 | $16.50 | $29,756 |
| 75th percentile | $49,180 | $23.64 | $41,696 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $77,090 | $37.06 | $63,063 |
Best cities for gambling dealers (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle, WA | $60,490 | $50,784 | $45,696 | 2,410 |
| 2 | Miami, FL | $39,970 | $34,296 | $30,043 | 2,710 |
| 3 | Atlantic City, NJ | $33,000 | $28,206 | $28,532 | 3,010 |
| 4 | Riverside, CA | $34,560 | $29,128 | $27,365 | 2,580 |
| 5 | Los Angeles, CA | $35,090 | $29,526 | $25,999 | 4,180 |
| 6 | Chicago, IL | $31,200 | $25,850 | $24,953 | 2,400 |
| 7 | Las Vegas, NV | $25,690 | $22,766 | $22,717 | 15,530 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- Seattle, WA — $60,490
- Miami, FL — $39,970
- Los Angeles, CA — $35,090
- Riverside, CA — $34,560
- Atlantic City, NJ — $33,000
- Chicago, IL — $31,200
- Las Vegas, NV — $25,690
Gambling Dealer salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $62,230 | +114.7% | $47,566 | $28,500 – $62,980 | 350 |
| Wisconsin | $61,670 | +4.5% | $49,799 | $18,140 – $61,740 | 630 |
| Arizona | $60,940 | +5.8% | $49,831 | $38,070 – $91,000 | 1,680 |
| Washington | $58,700 | +18.7% | $49,345 | $34,700 – $132,370 | 4,370 |
| New York | $50,860 | +46.7% | $40,897 | $32,240 – $58,540 | 2,010 |
| Pennsylvania | $48,230 | +33.5% | $39,452 | $23,560 – $85,530 | 2,970 |
| Ohio | $40,710 | +3.4% | $34,553 | $24,810 – $81,730 | 640 |
| Delaware | $39,330 | −9.4% | $32,276 | $31,200 – $45,530 | 270 |
| Florida | $38,500 | +5.5% | $33,115 | $27,040 – $98,280 | 5,370 |
| New Mexico | $36,990 | +38.5% | $31,278 | $24,960 – $56,250 | 370 |
| South Dakota | $36,190 | +4.4% | $31,259 | $30,090 – $40,070 | 170 |
| California | $35,090 | +5.0% | $29,526 | $34,320 – $50,810 | 15,050 |
| New Jersey | $33,000 | −9.7% | $28,206 | $32,220 – $69,910 | 3,030 |
| New Hampshire | $32,100 | +22.5% | $27,972 | $16,960 – $109,800 | 460 |
| Maryland | $31,740 | −4.5% | $26,539 | $31,200 – $61,920 | 1,770 |
| Illinois | $31,200 | +3.2% | $25,850 | $31,200 – $45,000 | 2,470 |
| Colorado | $30,800 | +2.7% | $26,281 | $30,800 – $81,650 | 870 |
| Michigan | $29,120 | −24.7% | $24,591 | $25,960 – $67,410 | 2,510 |
| Missouri | $28,600 | +11.2% | $24,753 | $28,600 – $64,010 | 1,160 |
| Arkansas | $28,380 | — | $24,087 | $22,880 – $49,280 | 360 |
| Mississippi | $28,250 | +17.9% | $24,476 | $17,170 – $66,280 | 2,730 |
| North Dakota | $27,370 | −1.9% | $24,149 | $16,960 – $50,430 | 900 |
| South Carolina | $27,350 | +4.8% | $23,649 | $19,610 – $30,880 | 140 |
| Minnesota | $27,190 | +7.2% | $23,365 | $23,250 – $60,890 | 1,370 |
| Virginia | $26,170 | −26.8% | $22,466 | $25,810 – $61,900 | — |
| Nevada | $25,690 | +6.8% | $22,766 | $24,960 – $68,850 | 17,390 |
| West Virginia | $25,100 | −33.9% | $21,670 | $20,900 – $66,180 | 610 |
| Texas | $25,090 | −37.3% | $22,272 | $20,160 – $47,820 | 560 |
| Indiana | $24,160 | −18.7% | $20,823 | $15,870 – $90,230 | 2,410 |
| Oklahoma | $23,720 | +4.6% | $20,622 | $16,450 – $30,010 | 1,980 |
| Iowa | $23,020 | +0.5% | $20,344 | $17,510 – $50,790 | 970 |
| Montana | $21,940 | — | $19,403 | $21,940 – $22,130 | — |
| Georgia | $21,430 | — | $18,768 | $19,130 – $61,450 | — |
| Louisiana | $17,760 | −44.2% | $16,089 | $15,080 – $82,390 | 2,650 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambling and Sports Book Writer and Runner | $34,980 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| Gambling Service Workers, All Other | $36,310 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $32,910 | No formal educational credential | +0.9% |
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other | $32,640 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | $36,300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendant | $32,150 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Motion Picture Projectionist | $38,270 | No formal educational credential | -6.2% |
| Costume Attendant | $50,400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.9% |
| Childcare Worker | $34,980 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.0% |
| Animal Caretaker | $35,360 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.1% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gambling dealer make?
The national median salary for gambling dealers is $34,320 a year ($16.50 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $24,040 and the top 10% earn over $77,090. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays gambling dealers the most?
Oregon has the highest median pay at $62,230. After taxes and local prices, Seattle, WA offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many gambling dealers are there in the U.S.?
About 83,910 people work as gambling dealers nationwide.