Retail Clerk Salary in the United States

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How much does a Retail Clerk make in the United States? The average Retail Clerk salary in the United States is $31,734 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $28,332 and $37,041. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Retail Clerk

Palmer Candy Company - Sioux City , IA

Candy Store Retail Clerk Palmer Candy Company is looking for Part-Time Team Members for our Candy Store. We are looking for Team Members who are outgoing, approachable, believe in a great customer ...

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Retail Clerk - Casual

Accor - North Kohala , HI

Job Description The Retail Clerk is responsible to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of the Retail Store. Exceeding guest expectations in a professional and courteous manner by offering ...

LinkedIn - 9 days ago

Retail Clerk/Cashier

Sorrel River Ranch - Moab , UT

We are seeking a Retail Clerk/Cashier to join our team at JJ's Mercantile. The ideal candidate is dependable and reliable with great customer service skills, is comfortable running the cash register ...

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Retail Clerk

Catalina Island Medical Center - Avalon , CA

We are seeking a motivated and customer-oriented individual to join our team as a Retail Clerk for Leo's Drug Store on Catalina Island. The incumbent will be responsible for providing exceptional ...

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Part-Time Retail Clerk and Warehouse

Centerra Co-op - Cortland , OH

Retail Clerk and Warehouse Reports to: Store Manager Job Classification: Part time employment Qualifications: Candidate must have strong work ethic and be passionate about providing great customer ...

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Adult Novelty Shop Retail Clerk

THE FOUR MUSKETEERS LLC - Phoenix , AZ

As a Store Clerk, you will assist customers with their shopping needs and ensure an excellent shopping experience. Responsibilities may include working the register, stocking shelves, processing ...

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What does a Retail Clerk do?

Retail Clerk in Charlotte, NC

Following procedures defined by Operations, ensure that all existing Customer account records are modified in a way that eliminates risk of losing customer.

December 08, 2022

Select and gather products to fulfill customer's online orders.

January 08, 2023

Retail Clerk in Milwaukee, WI

Provide the highest level of guest service by answering guest's questions, providing information about merchandise, and by suggesting items guests may want to purchase.

November 15, 2022

Retail Clerk in New Bern, NC

Assists Inventory manager with comparing the current store inventory to system maintained Balance on Hand as directed.

February 26, 2023

Change Management - Communicates changes effectively.

March 12, 2023

Leads the non-perishable inventory preparation and is the primary personnel in charge of store preparation, backstock counting, and blocking.

April 04, 2023

Creates necessary picklist and ensures that all merchandise in the building is replenished properly and available for sale to the consumer.

April 21, 2023

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Average Base Salary

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28332

37041

31734

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

28559

37909

32043

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Retail Clerk in the United States. The base salary for Retail Clerk ranges from $28,332 to $37,041 with the average base salary of $31,734. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $28,559 to $37,909 with the average total cash compensation of $32,043.

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Skills associated with Retail Clerk: Inventory

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