What is the average hourly wage for Retail Salespersons?

The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons is $15.00 per hour. This translates to approximately $31,190 per year working full-time.

What states pay Retail Salespersons the most?

Salaries for Retail Salespersons vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a retail salesperson?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Retail Salespersons Salary

Name: Retail Salespersons Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$31,190

$15.00 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$16,531 - $53,647

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

4,494,020

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Retail Salespersons Salary by Percentile

$16,531 $53,647

10th pct Median: $31,190 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$16,531	$7.95
25th Percentile	$22,457	$10.80
50th (Median)	$31,190	$15.00
75th Percentile	$43,042	$20.69
90th (Top Earners)	$53,647	$25.79
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Retail Salespersons

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$41,171	$19.79
2	California (CA)	$38,988	$18.74
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$38,052	$18.29
4	New York (NY)	$38,052	$18.29
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$37,428	$17.99
6	Connecticut (CT)	$36,804	$17.69
7	Maryland (MD)	$36,804	$17.69
8	Hawaii (HI)	$35,869	$17.24
9	Alaska (AK)	$34,933	$16.79
10	Washington (WA)	$34,933	$16.79
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Retail Salespersons

Retail Salespersons work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the sales sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Retail Salespersons

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

1,718,700

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Retail Salespersons make?

The median annual salary for Retail Salespersons is $31,190 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $16,531, while the top 10% earn $53,647 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Retail Salespersons?

Retail Salespersons earn a median hourly wage of $15.00 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $31,190 annually.

Is Retail Salespersons a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $31,190, Retail Salespersons represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Retail Salespersons need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.