Retail Salespersons Salary in East Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,800 -16.7% vs national
Median hourly $13.85
10th percentile $23,240
90th percentile $45,280
Employed locally 1,280
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,240
    25th
    $25,720
    50th (median)
    $28,800
    75th
    $35,050
    90th
    $45,280

    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 East Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $26,460
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $35,340
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $53,040
    Parts Salespersons $30,150
    Counter and Rental Clerks $30,740
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $47,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in East Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in East Arkansas is $13.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.44 or more per hour.

    Is East Arkansas above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in East Arkansas is 16.7% 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 East Arkansas?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $23,240 per year in East Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $25,720.