Retail Salespersons pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for retail salespersons is $18.25 an hour ($37,950 a year). About 76,660 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($35,410). Colorado ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for retail salespersons in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.45 | $32,130 |
| 25% of workers | $17.18 | $35,740 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.25 | $37,950 |
| 75% of workers | $21.38 | $44,460 |
| 90% of workers | $23.87 | $49,660 |
Retail Salespersons pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $38,700 | 4,880 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $38,470 | 40,340 |
| Greeley | $36,670 | 2,650 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $36,640 | 5,400 |
| Colorado Springs | $36,060 | 8,820 |
| Grand Junction | $35,630 | 2,190 |
| Pueblo | $35,580 | 1,950 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for retail salespersons
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -0.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 520,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $36,870 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $46,240 |
| Parts Salespersons | $47,660 |
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