📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Retail Salesperson Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · High Demand

Average
$34,656
per year
Median
$30,666
per year
Hourly
$16.66
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$23,066
25th Percentile — Junior$30,666
50th Percentile — Median$30,666
75th Percentile — Senior$47,766
90th Percentile — Top Earners$54,433
💡 Top-earning Retail Salespersons in Texas make up to $54,433 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$31.4k
2021
$32.0k
2022
$32.7k
2023
$33.3k
2024
$34.0k
2025
$34.7k
2026
📈 Retail Salesperson salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 2.0% annual growth. The strong demand in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Retail Salesperson Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $33,616 -3.0% High
San Antonio $31,190 -10.0% High
Dallas $34,309 -1.0% High
Austin $37,428 +8.0% High
Fort Worth $33,270 -4.0% High
El Paso $28,418 -18.0% High
Arlington $33,616 -3.0% High
Corpus Christi $30,151 -13.0% High
Plano $35,349 +2.0% High
Laredo $27,725 -20.0% High
Lubbock $28,418 -18.0% High
Garland $32,923 -5.0% High
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Retail Salesperson Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Retail Salespersons. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $34,656 per year, Texas's Retail Salesperson salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $23,066–$30,666, while experienced Retail Salespersons can command $47,766–$54,433.

Looking ahead, the Retail Salesperson profession in Texas is projected to grow at 2.0% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Retail Salesperson salary in Texas is $34,656 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $36,480.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Retail Salespersons the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for Retail Salesperson employment.
  • At $34,656/year, Texas Retail Salesperson salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $36,480/year.