How much does a retail salesperson make in Alexandria?
$28,660a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in the Alexandria, LA metro area. That is $13.78 an hour or $2,388 a month.
- Hourly
- $13.78
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among cities
- 355 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 1,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $21,510Median: $28,660Highest 10%: $39,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $21,510 | $10.34 | |
| 25th | $23,600 | $11.35 | |
| Median | $28,660 | $13.78 | |
| 75th | $35,480 | $17.06 | |
| 90th | $39,760 | $19.12 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons.
| New Orleans, LA | $30,400 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $30,070 |
| Slidell, LA | $29,280 |
| Houma, LA | $29,220 |
| Shreveport, LA | $28,990 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $28,780 |
| Lafayette, LA | $28,600 |
| Hammond, LA | $28,570 |
| Monroe, LA | $27,710 |
Related jobs in Alexandria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Sales Representative | $56,690 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $49,940 |
| Sales Representatives of Service | $44,300 |
| Security | $43,530 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Worker | $42,500 |
| Parts Salesperson | $35,890 |
| Counter and Rental Clerk | $30,890 |
| Cashier | $26,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Alexandria?
The median hourly pay in the Alexandria, LA metro area is $13.78 ($28,660 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Alexandria than the national average?
No: $28,660 against $35,410 nationally, 19% less.
How does Alexandria compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $29,490, so Alexandria pays 3% less.
Where does Alexandria rank for retail salesperson pay?
355 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a retail salesperson make starting out in Alexandria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $21,510 or less a year; the top 10% make $39,760 or more.
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.