How much does a retail salesperson make in Washington?
$39,560a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Washington. That is $19.02 an hour or $3,297 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.02
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 84,850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,860Median: $39,560Highest 10%: $54,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,860 | $17.24 | |
| 25th | $37,130 | $17.85 | |
| Median | $39,560 | $19.02 | |
| 75th | $45,170 | $21.72 | |
| 90th | $54,660 | $26.28 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $42,080 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $39,240 |
| Longview, WA | $38,680 |
| Bremerton, WA | $38,470 |
| Bellingham, WA | $37,840 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $37,700 |
| Kennewick, WA | $37,600 |
| Olympia, WA | $37,350 |
| Portland, OR | $37,340 |
| Lewiston, ID | $37,010 |
| Spokane, WA | $36,880 |
| Yakima, WA | $36,640 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $36,620 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 1. Washington | $39,560 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $38,500 |
| 3. California | $38,440 |
| 4. Colorado | $37,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $19.02 ($39,560 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $39,560 against $35,410 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Washington rank for retail salesperson pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays retail salespersons the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $42,080 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.