Retail Salespersons Salary in West Montana

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

Median annual salary $35,550 +2.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.09
10th percentile $27,560
90th percentile $48,710
Employed locally 2,340
National median $34,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,560
    25th
    $29,160
    50th (median)
    $35,550
    75th
    $41,990
    90th
    $48,710

    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 West Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $30,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $47,060
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $55,890
    Parts Salespersons $38,360
    Insurance Sales Agents $58,990
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $60,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Retail Salespersons in West Montana is $17.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.05 or more per hour.

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

    The median Retail Salespersons salary in West Montana is 2.8% above 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 West Montana?

    Entry-level Retail Salespersons (10th percentile) earn around $27,560 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,160.