Retail Salespersons Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $29,340 -15.2% vs national
Median hourly $14.10
10th percentile $22,460
90th percentile $41,740
Employed locally 5,730
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,460
    25th
    $26,670
    50th (median)
    $29,340
    75th
    $34,940
    90th
    $41,740

    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 Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $26,710
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $37,540
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $40,290
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $54,140
    Counter and Rental Clerks $31,160
    Parts Salespersons $30,260

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in East Tennessee is $14.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.84 or more per hour.

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

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in East Tennessee is 15.2% 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 Tennessee?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $22,460 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,670.