How much does a retail salesperson make in Connecticut?
$36,490a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Connecticut. That is $17.54 an hour or $3,041 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.54
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 42,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,150Median: $36,490Highest 10%: $49,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,150 | $16.42 | |
| 25th | $35,030 | $16.84 | |
| Median | $36,490 | $17.54 | |
| 75th | $39,550 | $19.01 | |
| 90th | $49,850 | $23.97 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bridgeport, CT | $37,330 |
| New Haven, CT | $35,950 |
| Norwich, CT | $35,740 |
| Hartford, CT | $35,720 |
| Waterbury, CT | $35,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 10. Maine | $36,640 |
| 11. Massachusetts | $36,610 |
| 12. New Jersey | $36,520 |
| 13. Connecticut | $36,490 |
| 14. Minnesota | $36,370 |
| 15. Montana | $36,270 |
| 16. New Hampshire | $36,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $17.54 ($36,490 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $36,490 against $35,410 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for retail salesperson pay?
Connecticut ranks 13 of 51 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays retail salespersons the most?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT, with a median of $37,330 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.