Retail Salespersons Salary in Puerto Rico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Puerto Rico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $20,340 -41.2% vs national
Median hourly $9.78
10th percentile $19,760
90th percentile $27,130
Employed locally 1,250
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $19,760
    25th
    $19,760
    50th (median)
    $20,340
    75th
    $21,570
    90th
    $27,130

    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 Puerto Rico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers$20,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$26,320
    Counter and Rental Clerks$21,990
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$25,510
    Parts Salespersons$20,260

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in Puerto Rico?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in Puerto Rico is $9.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $13.22 or more per hour.

    Is Puerto Rico above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in Puerto Rico is 41.2% 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 Puerto Rico?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $19,760 per year in Puerto Rico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $19,760.