How much does a retail salesperson make in Mississippi?
$28,640a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Mississippi. That is $13.77 an hour or $2,387 a month.
- Hourly
- $13.77
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 38,400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $22,120Median: $28,640Highest 10%: $41,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $22,120 | $10.63 | |
| 25th | $23,480 | $11.29 | |
| Median | $28,640 | $13.77 | |
| 75th | $35,300 | $16.97 | |
| 90th | $41,990 | $20.19 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $32,580 |
| Jackson, MS | $29,070 |
| Gulfport, MS | $28,880 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $28,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 48. Louisiana | $29,490 |
| 49. Arkansas | $29,270 |
| 50. West Virginia | $28,950 |
| 51. Mississippi | $28,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $13.77 ($28,640 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $28,640 against $35,410 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for retail salesperson pay?
Mississippi ranks 51 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays retail salespersons the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $32,580 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.