Hospitality

Casino Dealer Career Guide

Operate casino games, dealing cards and managing bets.

47Average
Median: $30,000
Hours/week: 40
Education: High School
Growth: 2%

Overview

Operate casino games, dealing cards and managing bets.

Median Salary
$30,000
Weekly Hours
40
Education
High School
Job Growth
2%

Key Metrics

Stress5/10
Work-Life Balance6/10
Job Security6/10
Remote Friendly1/10
Physical Demand5/10
Automation Risk6/10

Pros

  • +Tips
  • +Social
  • +No degree required
  • +Benefits

Cons

  • -Irregular hours
  • -Smoke exposure
  • -Customer issues
  • -Repetitive

Savings Calculator

Percentage saved10%
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Yearly Savings
$3,000
Monthly Savings
$250

Career & Education Resources

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Coursera

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Hands-on Casino Dealer bootcamps

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Professional Casino Dealer paths

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WorkScore™ for Casino Dealer

4.5
Overall
2.5
Salary
5.0
Low Stress
6.0
WLB

Growth Outlook

2%

AI Automation Risk

Medium

Compare with Other Careers

Casino Dealer Salaries by City

All cities with adjusted Casino Dealer salaries:

San Francisco, CA
Cost of living: 202
$40,500
+35% vs national
New York, NY
Cost of living: 187
$37,500
+25% vs national
Seattle, WA
Cost of living: 172
$37,500
+25% vs national
Boston, MA
Cost of living: 178
$37,500
+25% vs national
Los Angeles, CA
Cost of living: 173
$36,000
+20% vs national
Chicago, IL
Cost of living: 121
$31,500
+5% vs national
Austin, TX
Cost of living: 110
$31,500
+5% vs national
Denver, CO
Cost of living: 121
$31,500
+5% vs national
Miami, FL
Cost of living: 132
$31,500
+5% vs national
Portland, OR
Cost of living: 131
$31,500
+5% vs national
Dallas, TX
Cost of living: 102
$30,600
+2% vs national
Houston, TX
Cost of living: 96
$29,400
2% vs national
Atlanta, GA
Cost of living: 103
$29,400
2% vs national
Phoenix, AZ
Cost of living: 101
$28,500
5% vs national
Nashville, TN
Cost of living: 101
$28,500
5% vs national

Top Employers Hiring for Hospitality

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About This Career

Operate casino games, dealing cards and managing bets.

Guide to Education

Required Education

High School

Typical Training

Entry-level to Mid-level

Education & Certifications

Typical requirement for a Casino Dealer: High School. Fast-track your entry with these trusted resources:

Coursera

University-backed certificates

Udemy

Hands-on skill courses

Top Jobs 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need training?

Yes, dealer school is typically required.

Where do casino dealers work?

Casinos and cruise ships.

Is casino dealing growing?

Slowly, tied to gaming demand.

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