Retail Salespersons Salary in California
Retail Salespersons in California earn a median of $38,440 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $38,440
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($35,410)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 376,460
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,240; the top 10% earn over $54,310. Nationally the range is $27,210 to $47,890.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Door-to-Door Sales Workers, News and Street Vendors, and Related Workers$39,520 median in California
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$76,490 median in California
- Telemarketers$46,000 median in California
- Cashiers$37,100 median in California
- Real Estate Sales Agents$57,560 median in California
- Gambling Dealers$35,090 median in California
Retail Salespersons pay in California
How much do retail salespersons make in California?
The median is $38,440 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,240 and the top 10% earn over $54,310. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for retail salespersons?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+9% vs. the national median of $35,410). Living costs are not included.