How much does a retail salesperson make in Santa Fe?
$35,960a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in the Santa Fe, NM metro area. That is $17.29 an hour or $2,997 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.29
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 72 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 2,320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,080Median: $35,960Highest 10%: $51,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,080 | $14.46 | |
| 25th | $31,500 | $15.14 | |
| Median | $35,960 | $17.29 | |
| 75th | $40,540 | $19.49 | |
| 90th | $51,530 | $24.77 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons.
| Albuquerque, NM | $34,160 |
| Farmington, NM | $31,530 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $30,460 |
Related jobs in Santa Fe
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Worker | $85,790 |
| Security | $71,290 |
| Sales Representative | $68,200 |
| Sales Representatives of Service | $58,700 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Worker | $49,120 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $46,580 |
| Counter and Rental Clerk | $37,370 |
| Parts Salesperson | $36,810 |
| Gambling Change Person and Booth Cashier | $35,270 |
| Cashier | $34,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Santa Fe?
The median hourly pay in the Santa Fe, NM metro area is $17.29 ($35,960 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Santa Fe than the national average?
Yes: $35,960 against $35,410 nationally, 2% more.
How does Santa Fe compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $33,300, so Santa Fe pays 8% more.
Where does Santa Fe rank for retail salesperson pay?
72 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a retail salesperson make starting out in Santa Fe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,080 or less a year; the top 10% make $51,530 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.