salary$35,760 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$31,550per year
Top pay (top 10%)$47,630per year
Jobs in the area4,550people work this job
Can a retail salesperson afford Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 56.7% 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a retail salesperson in the Salem, OR area is $35,760 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $31,550 and $47,630.
Can a retail salesperson afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 56.7% 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 Salem, OR metro area.