$35,760 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Billings, MT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,610per year
Top pay (top 10%)$48,170per year
Jobs in the area2,900people work this job
Can a retail salesperson afford Billings?
Expensive. Rent of $1,508 a month takes 50.6% 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 Billings, MT?
The median pay for a retail salesperson in the Billings, MT area is $35,760 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $28,610 and $48,170.
Can a retail salesperson afford to live in Billings?
Typical rent of $1,508 a month takes 50.6% 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 Billings, MT metro area.