Retail Salespersons Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,720 +6.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.65
10th percentile $34,430
90th percentile $53,430
Employed locally 2,340
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,430
    25th
    $35,710
    50th (median)
    $36,720
    75th
    $45,150
    90th
    $53,430

    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 North Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers$35,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$49,590
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$62,700
    Counter and Rental Clerks$40,220
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel$51,290
    Sales and Related Workers, All Other$46,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in North Coast Region of California is $17.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.87 or more per hour.

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in North Coast Region of California is 6.2% 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 North Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $34,430 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,710.