Retail Salespersons
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$35,410/yr
Typical range
$29,900 – $38,670
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Retail Salespersons does
Retail salespersons help customers find products they want and complete transactions in stores across various industries. They provide product information, handle payments, and create positive shopping experiences.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Cashiers — $32,880/yr
- Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel — $69,990/yr
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products — $72,080/yr
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers — $48,520/yr
- Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents — $78,660/yr
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