Retail Salespersons pay in Montana
In Montana, the median pay for retail salespersons is $17.44 an hour ($36,270 a year). About 13,490 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($35,410). Montana ranks 15th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for retail salespersons in Montana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.76 | $28,620 |
| 25% of workers | $14.67 | $30,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.44 | $36,270 |
| 75% of workers | $20.79 | $43,240 |
| 90% of workers | $23.40 | $48,680 |
Retail Salespersons pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bozeman | $38,350 | 2,270 |
| Helena | $35,990 | 1,130 |
| Billings | $35,760 | 2,900 |
| Missoula | $35,430 | 1,990 |
| Great Falls | $35,000 | 1,130 |
Montana unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Montana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $34,190 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $39,050 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $49,300 |
| Customer Service Representatives | $45,290 |
| Parts Salespersons | $45,060 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $43,900 |
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