Retail Salespersons salary in United States
The median retail salespersons salary is $35,410 a year, from official US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) data · updated May 2025.
Pay distribution · p10 to p90
Retail Salespersons salary by region
Pay trend
Up 1.7% from 2023 to 2025.
Source: US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) · updated May 2025 · methodology
Retail Salespersons salary FAQs
What is the average Retail Salespersons salary in United States?
The median Retail Salespersons salary in United States is $35,410 per year, based on US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018) (updated May 2025). Half of retail salespersonss earn more than this and half earn less.
How much does a Retail Salespersons earn per year in the US?
Pay typically ranges from about $27,210 for lower earners (10th percentile) to $47,890 for top earners (90th percentile), with a median of $35,410.
Do Retail Salespersons salaries vary by region in the US?
Yes. Pay varies across United States - Washington is among the highest at $39,560, with other areas sitting lower. See the regional breakdown above for the full picture.
Where does this Retail Salespersons salary data come from?
These figures come from official statistics - US BLS OEWS (national, SOC 2018), last updated May 2025. Rung only shows verified data and never invented or crowd-sourced numbers.