How much does a retail salesperson make in Alabama?
$30,040a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Alabama. That is $14.44 an hour or $2,503 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.44
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 60,880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $22,670Median: $30,040Highest 10%: $45,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $22,670 | $10.90 | |
| 25th | $27,150 | $13.05 | |
| Median | $30,040 | $14.44 | |
| 75th | $36,140 | $17.38 | |
| 90th | $45,310 | $21.78 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Huntsville, AL | $33,120 |
| Decatur, AL | $31,550 |
| Birmingham, AL | $31,450 |
| Mobile, AL | $29,710 |
| Montgomery, AL | $29,650 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $29,630 |
| Daphne, AL | $29,600 |
| Anniston, AL | $29,400 |
| Auburn, AL | $29,140 |
| Florence, AL | $28,980 |
| Dothan, AL | $28,770 |
| Gadsden, AL | $28,300 |
| Columbus, GA | $28,180 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 42. Ohio | $30,800 |
| 43. Texas | $30,800 |
| 44. South Carolina | $30,690 |
| 45. Alabama | $30,040 |
| 46. Oklahoma | $29,660 |
| 47. Kentucky | $29,650 |
| 48. Louisiana | $29,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $14.44 ($30,040 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $30,040 against $35,410 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Alabama rank for retail salesperson pay?
Alabama ranks 45 of 51 states.
Which city in Alabama pays retail salespersons the most?
Huntsville, AL, with a median of $33,120 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.