salary$30,990 a year$15 an hour · median pay in the Lincoln, NE area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,080per year
Top pay (top 10%)$45,130per year
Jobs in the area4,080people work this job
Can a retail salesperson afford Lincoln?
Expensive. Rent of $1,328 a month takes 51.4% 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 Lincoln, NE?
The median pay for a retail salesperson in the Lincoln, NE area is $30,990 a year ($15 an hour). Most earn between $28,080 and $45,130.
Can a retail salesperson afford to live in Lincoln?
Typical rent of $1,328 a month takes 51.4% 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 Lincoln, NE metro area.