Seasonal Sales Associate Salary in the United States

How much does a Seasonal Sales Associate make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Seasonal Sales Associate in the United States is $34,376 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Seasonal Sales Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $38,834
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,948 to $36,710
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,736
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Seasonal Sales Associate Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $36,710 $3,059 $706 $18
Average $34,376 $2,865 $661 $17
25th Percentile $31,948 $2,662 $614 $15
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Key Factors That Influence Seasonal Sales Associate Salaries

A Seasonal Sales Associate'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 Experience Level Affects Seasonal Sales Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Seasonal Sales Associate's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $34,207
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $34,713
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $35,628
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $36,299
  • Expert (over 8 years): $36,411
Levels Salary
Entry Level Seasonal Sales Associate$34,207
Intermediate Level Seasonal Sales Associate$34,713
Senior Level Seasonal Sales Associate$35,628
Specialist Level Seasonal Sales Associate$36,299
Expert Level Seasonal Sales Associate$36,411
$34,207 0 yr
$34,713 < 2 yrs
$35,628 2-4 yrs
$36,299 5-8 yrs
$36,411 > 8 yrs
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How Do Seasonal Sales Associate 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 Seasonal Sales Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $38,061.
  • California: $37,917.
  • Massachusetts: $37,412.

Top Paying Cities for Seasonal Sales Associates

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: $43,359
  • San Francisco: $42,932
  • Oakland: $41,980

What Skills Can Increase a Seasonal Sales Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 33.36% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Store Management (Mentioned in 1.57% Job Postings): Store management is the activity of running and monitoring all operations in a store. Its main responsibilities include working with employees, creating work schedules, communicating with suppliers, and dealing with customer complaints.
  • Pricing (Mentioned in 1.26% Job Postings): Pricing is a process of fixing the value that a manufacturer will receive in the exchange of services and goods.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 33.36%
Store Management 1.57%
Pricing 1.26%
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 Seasonal Sales Associate's salary.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Can increase your salary by up to 27%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Team Management
$44,689
30%
Customer Satisfaction
$43,658
27%
Problem Solving
$38,845
13%
Listening
$38,501
12%
Coaching
$38,501
12%
Product Pricing
$37,814
10%
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Seasonal Sales Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Seasonal Sales Associate'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Seasonal Sales Associate

Salaries for a Seasonal Sales Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $36,060 in 2023 to around $36,141 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Seasonal Sales Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Seasonal Sales Associate Over Time

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