Retail Salespersons pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for retail salespersons is $13.77 an hour ($28,640 a year). About 38,400 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($35,410). Mississippi ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for retail salespersons in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $10.63 | $22,120 |
| 25% of workers | $11.29 | $23,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $13.77 | $28,640 |
| 75% of workers | $16.97 | $35,300 |
| 90% of workers | $20.19 | $41,990 |
Retail Salespersons pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $29,070 | 8,770 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $28,880 | 5,380 |
| Hattiesburg | $28,410 | 2,600 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $26,390 |
| Parts Salespersons | $35,000 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $36,160 |
| Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers | $30,160 |
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