Retail Salespersons Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,200 -9.8% vs national
Median hourly $15.00
10th percentile $26,470
90th percentile $46,060
Employed locally 1,130
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,470
    25th
    $28,080
    50th (median)
    $31,200
    75th
    $36,160
    90th
    $46,060

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $28,200
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $45,770
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $61,540
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $60,910
    Counter and Rental Clerks $36,360
    Parts Salespersons $29,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in Northeast Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in Northeast Virginia is $15.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.84 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Virginia above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in Northeast Virginia is 9.8% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $26,470 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,080.