How much does a retail salesperson make in Helena?
$35,990a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in the Helena, MT metro area. That is $17.30 an hour or $2,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.30
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 69 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 1,130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,110Median: $35,990Highest 10%: $46,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,110 | $14.00 | |
| 25th | $30,730 | $14.77 | |
| Median | $35,990 | $17.30 | |
| 75th | $37,500 | $18.03 | |
| 90th | $46,510 | $22.36 |
Other cities in Montana
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons.
| Bozeman, MT | $38,350 |
| Billings, MT | $35,760 |
| Missoula, MT | $35,430 |
| Great Falls, MT | $35,000 |
Related jobs in Helena
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Sales Representative | $61,830 |
| Sales Representatives of Service | $60,150 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Worker | $49,460 |
| Counter and Rental Clerk | $41,260 |
| Parts Salesperson | $40,520 |
| Sale and Related Worker | $38,260 |
| Cashier | $34,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Helena?
The median hourly pay in the Helena, MT metro area is $17.30 ($35,990 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Helena than the national average?
Yes: $35,990 against $35,410 nationally, 2% more.
How does Helena compare with the rest of Montana?
The median in Montana is $36,270, so Helena pays 1% less.
Where does Helena rank for retail salesperson pay?
69 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a retail salesperson make starting out in Helena?
The lowest-paid 10% make $29,110 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,510 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.