Retail Salespersons Salary in South Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,920 -16.4% vs national
Median hourly $13.91
10th percentile $23,530
90th percentile $42,030
Employed locally 2,100
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,530
    25th
    $25,670
    50th (median)
    $28,920
    75th
    $35,100
    90th
    $42,030

    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 South Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $26,280
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $34,160
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $52,650
    Parts Salespersons $30,140
    Counter and Rental Clerks $32,470
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $45,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in South Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in South Arkansas is $13.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.29 or more per hour.

    Is South Arkansas above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in South Arkansas is 16.4% 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 South Arkansas?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $23,530 per year in South Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $25,670.