Retail Salespersons Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,640 +6% vs national
Median hourly $17.61
10th percentile $33,860
90th percentile $48,340
Employed locally 2,080
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,860
    25th
    $35,170
    50th (median)
    $36,640
    75th
    $42,860
    90th
    $48,340

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers$35,280
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$54,770
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$77,780
    Parts Salespersons$41,550
    Counter and Rental Clerks$42,670
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel$68,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in Eastern Washington is $17.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.21 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in Eastern Washington is 6% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $33,860 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,170.