Retail Salespersons Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,600 +5.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.60
10th percentile $29,230
90th percentile $48,890
Employed locally 1,990
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,230
    25th
    $32,030
    50th (median)
    $36,600
    75th
    $42,320
    90th
    $48,890

    Top-paying metros for Retail Salespersons

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Napa, CA $44,680
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $43,040
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $42,490
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $39,180
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $38,770
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $38,760

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $35,130
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $50,470
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $60,600
    Counter and Rental Clerks $42,780
    Parts Salespersons $46,140
    Insurance Sales Agents $58,080

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in Alaska is $17.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.13 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in Alaska is 5.8% above the national median of $34,580. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Retail Salespersons in Alaska?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $29,230 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,030.