Retail Salespersons Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,910 -1.9% vs national
Median hourly $16.30
10th percentile $26,870
90th percentile $49,230
Employed locally 690
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,870
    25th
    $29,130
    50th (median)
    $33,910
    75th
    $37,650
    90th
    $49,230

    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 Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers$28,480
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$45,660
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$58,560
    Counter and Rental Clerks$37,710
    Parts Salespersons$38,440
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel$59,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Retail Salespersons make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in Southwest Montana is $16.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.67 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Retail Salespersons salaries?

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in Southwest Montana is 1.9% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $26,870 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,130.