Retail Sales Associate salary in the United States

How much does a Retail Sales Associate make in the United States?

Median base salary

Government data

$29,036

Median $29,036
Low $22,312High $39,270

Based on 3,897,860 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in United States (updated July 31, 2026).

Adjusted down 18% for entry-level roles, because this occupation's wage data is published for all experience levels combined.

Salary range

10th percentile
$22,312
25th percentile
$24,518
75th percentile
$31,709
90th percentile
$39,270

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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