How much does a retail salesperson make in Missouri?
$33,460a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Missouri. That is $16.09 an hour or $2,788 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.09
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 67,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,600Median: $33,460Highest 10%: $46,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,600 | $13.75 | |
| 25th | $29,850 | $14.35 | |
| Median | $33,460 | $16.09 | |
| 75th | $36,940 | $17.76 | |
| 90th | $46,610 | $22.41 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $34,320 |
| St. Louis, MO | $33,820 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $31,770 |
| Springfield, MO | $31,760 |
| Columbia, MO | $31,390 |
| Joplin, MO | $30,740 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $30,400 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $30,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 29. Nevada | $34,190 |
| 30. Florida | $34,010 |
| 31. Utah | $33,900 |
| 32. Missouri | $33,460 |
| 33. New Mexico | $33,300 |
| 34. Kansas | $32,180 |
| 35. Tennessee | $31,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $16.09 ($33,460 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $33,460 against $35,410 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Missouri rank for retail salesperson pay?
Missouri ranks 32 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays retail salespersons the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $34,320 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.