Retail Stocker Salary in the United States

How much does a Retail Stocker make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Retail Stocker in the United States is $34,780 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,878
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,427 to $38,495
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,375
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Retail Stocker Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $38,495 $3,208 $740 $19
Average $34,780 $2,898 $669 $17
25th Percentile $31,427 $2,619 $604 $15
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Key Factors That Influence Retail Stocker Salaries

A Retail Stocker'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.

Top Paying Cities for Retail Stockers

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: $43,868
  • San Francisco: $43,387
  • Oakland: $42,473

What Skills Can Increase a Retail Stocker's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.6% 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.
  • Guest Service (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): Guest services is a division of the hospitality industry. The goal of guest services is to provide customers with an enjoyable experience, primarily in the hotel and spa industry, sports facilities, and event venues.
  • Inventory Management (Mentioned in 1.01% Job Postings): Overseeing and controlling supplies and stock to ensure that an organization maintains an adequate stock quantity.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.6%
Guest Service 3.23%
Inventory Management 1.01%
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 Stocker's salary.
  • SAS: Can increase your salary by up to 32%.
  • Sales and Marketing: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
SAS
$45,909
32%
Sales and Marketing
$45,214
30%
Innovation
$39,649
14%
Results Oriented
$39,301
13%
Management Skills
$38,953
12%
Visual Merchandising
$38,953
12%
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How Education impacts a Retail Stocker's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Retail Stockers enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Retail Stocker with a No Diploma is between $28,544 and $30,496).

Retail Stocker Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Retail Stocker
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.7%
High School 59.1%
Associates 14.1%
Bachelors 19.5%
Masters 2.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Retail Stocker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Retail Stocker'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 June 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Retail Stocker

Salaries for a Retail Stocker can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $33,548 in 2023 to around $33,476 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Retail Stocker salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Retail Stocker Over Time

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2023
$33,548
2024
$33,725
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$33,476
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2024 $33,725
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