Retail Planning Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Retail Planning Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Retail Planning Manager in the United States is $104,521 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Retail Planning Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,975
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,920 to $112,610
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,269
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Retail Planning Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $112,610 $9,384 $2,166 $54
Average $104,521 $8,710 $2,010 $50
25th Percentile $93,920 $7,827 $1,806 $45
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Key Factors That Influence Retail Planning Manager Salaries

A Retail Planning Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Retail Planning Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Retail Planning Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $115,726.
  • California: $115,287.
  • Massachusetts: $113,750.

Top Paying Cities for Retail Planning Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $131,832
  • San Francisco: $130,389
  • Oakland: $127,641

What Skills Can Increase a Retail Planning Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.63% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Direct Sales (Mentioned in 1.98% Job Postings): Direct selling consists of two main business models: single-level marketing, in which a direct seller makes money by buying products from a parent organization and selling them directly to customers, and multi-level marketing (also known as network marketing or person-to-person marketing), in which the direct seller may earn money from both direct sales to customers and by sponsoring new direct sellers and potentially earning a commission from their efforts. According to the FTC: "Direct selling is a blanket term that encompasses a variety of business forms premised on person-to-person selling in locations other than a retail establishment, such as social media platforms or the home of the salesperson or prospective customer." Modern direct selling includes sales made through the party plan, one-on-one demonstrations, and other personal contact arrangements as well as internet sales. Some sources have defined direct selling as: "The direct personal presentation, demonstration, and sale of products and services to consumers, usually in their homes or at their jobs."
  • SEM (Mentioned in 1.73% Job Postings): A scanning electron microscope (SEM) is a type of electron microscope that produces images of a sample by scanning the surface with a focused beam of electrons.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 9.63%
Direct Sales 1.98%
SEM 1.73%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Retail Planning Manager's salary.
  • Alignment: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Alignment
$123,335
18%
Products and Services
$118,109
13%
Collaboration
$114,973
10%
Analysis
$113,928
9%
Presentation
$113,928
9%
Scheduling
$111,837
7%
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Retail Planning Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Retail Planning Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Retail Planning Manager positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Retail Planning Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Retail Planning Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$146,329$70.040%
Business Services$125,425$60.020%
Financial Services$114,973$55.010%

Retail Planning Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Retail Planning Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Retail Planning Manager

Salaries for a Retail Planning Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $119,630 in 2023 to around $118,705 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Retail Planning Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Retail Planning Manager Over Time

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2024 $120,125
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