salary$29,350 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$22,220per year
Top pay (top 10%)$44,450per year
Jobs in the area6,930people work this job
Can a retail salesperson afford Augusta?
Expensive. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 59.6% of the median retail salesperson salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make in Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a retail salesperson in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $29,350 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $22,220 and $44,450.
Can a retail salesperson afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 59.6% of the median retail salesperson salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.