Retail Salespersons Salary (2025)
Based on 3,897,860 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,210 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $29,900 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $35,410 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $38,670 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $47,890 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$27K
25th
$30K
Median
$35K
75th
$39K
90th
$48K
Highest Paying States for Retail Salespersons
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $43,530 |
| California | $42,950 |
| New York | $42,580 |
| Vermont | $42,450 |
| District of Columbia | $42,380 |
| New Jersey | $41,870 |
| Colorado | $41,540 |
| Connecticut | $40,610 |
| Hawaii | $40,520 |
| Oregon | $40,360 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Retail Salespersons salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $43,530 per year, while Oregon has an average of $40,360 — a difference of $3,170. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Retail Salespersons
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,897,860 workers were employed as Retail Salespersonss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Sales and Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $37,310 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 41-2031