Store Director Trainee Salary in the United States

How much does a Store Director Trainee make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Store Director Trainee in the United States is $105,577 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, a Store Director Trainee's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,142
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,978 to $121,576
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,417
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Store Director Trainee Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $121,576 $10,131 $2,338 $58
Average $105,577 $8,798 $2,030 $51
25th Percentile $93,978 $7,831 $1,807 $45
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Key Factors That Influence Store Director Trainee Salaries

A Store Director Trainee'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Store Director Trainee 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 Store Director Trainees. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $116,895.
  • California: $116,451.
  • Massachusetts: $114,899.

Top Paying Cities for Store Director Trainees

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: $133,164
  • San Francisco: $131,855
  • Oakland: $128,931

What Skills Can Increase a Store Director Trainee's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 15.54% 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.
  • Retail Management (Mentioned in 2.27% Job Postings): Refers to the process of helping customers find products in your store, It includes everything from increasing your customer pool to how products are presented, and how you fulfill a customer's needs
  • Loss Prevention (Mentioned in 1.28% Job Postings): Loss prevention refers to measures taken to prevent the loss of life, health, and property. In the workplace, this involves preventing accidents, reducing risks, and controlling known hazards.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 15.54%
Retail Management 2.27%
Loss Prevention 1.28%
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 Store Director Trainee's salary.
  • Operations Management: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Public Relations: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Healthcare Services: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Operations Management
$116,135
10%
Public Relations
$115,079
9%
Healthcare Services
$115,079
9%
Prioritization
$112,967
7%
Results Oriented
$111,912
6%
Partnering
$110,856
5%
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How Education impacts a Store Director Trainee's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Store Director Trainees enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Store Director Trainee with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $114,494 and $127,483).

Store Director Trainee Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Store Director Trainee
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.0%
High School 28.7%
Associates 15.0%
Bachelors 45.0%
Masters 8.5%
Doctorate 0.9%
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Store Director Trainee Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Store Director Trainee'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 February 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Store Director Trainee

Salaries for a Store Director Trainee can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $87,014 in 2023 to around $86,125 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Store Director Trainee salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Store Director Trainee Over Time

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2023
$87,014
2024
$86,686
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$86,125
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2023 $87,014
2024 $86,686
2025 $86,125
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