A young woman of Swiss-German descent with distinctive blue-black hair, who experiences deep-seated fears and desires and becomes deeply obsessed with money following a significant lottery win.

A fiery and excitable veterinary assistant living in McTeague’s building, who possesses an unpredictable temper and an intense rivalry with McTeague.

An English bachelor residing in McTeague's building, characterized by his quiet, timid nature and his hobby of bookbinding, which brings him simple joy.

A resident living in the room next to Old Grannis, noted for her proper and ladylike demeanor, who maintains a shy and silent affection for Old Grannis.

A Mexican woman who works as a housekeeper for the lodgers, known for her repeated stories of a golden dinner service and her efforts to mimic the women of Polk Street.

A Polish Jew living in a squalid hovel, deeply consumed by greed, with a fixation on acquiring wealth, particularly through a potentially mythical golden service.