Retail Salespersons Salary in Central Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $26,290 -24% vs national
Median hourly $12.64
10th percentile $18,570
90th percentile $36,940
Employed locally 1,670
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,570
    25th
    $21,090
    50th (median)
    $26,290
    75th
    $31,730
    90th
    $36,940

    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 Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $22,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $35,560
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $58,500
    Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents $48,570
    Parts Salespersons $27,110
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $44,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in Central Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in Central Louisiana is $12.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.94 or more per hour.

    Is Central Louisiana above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in Central Louisiana is 24% below 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 Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $18,570 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,090.