Retail Salespersons Salary in South Florida

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

Median annual salary $32,580 -5.8% vs national
Median hourly $15.66
10th percentile $27,390
90th percentile $46,230
Employed locally 2,850
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,390
    25th
    $28,640
    50th (median)
    $32,580
    75th
    $38,110
    90th
    $46,230

    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 Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $29,280
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $45,850
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $59,640
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $56,600
    Counter and Rental Clerks $38,760
    Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents $49,370

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in South Florida is $15.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.45 or more per hour.

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

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in South Florida is 5.8% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $27,390 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,640.