Retail Associate Salary
The short answer
The median pay for retail salespersons in the U.S. was $35,410 a year ($17.03 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $27,210 and $47,890.
Pay range
- Lower pay (10% earn less)
- $27,210
- Middle (median)
- $35,410
- Higher pay (10% earn more)
- $47,890
- Median per hour
- $17.03
Government category: Retail Salespersons. National figures for May 2025; pay in your area may be higher or lower.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail associate make?
The median pay for retail salespersons in the U.S. was $35,410 a year ($17.03 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $27,210 and $47,890.
Can I earn this working part-time?
The figures above are for all workers, most of them full-time. Part-time pay is usually quoted per hour; the median hourly wage was $17.03. Check each listing for its exact pay and hours.