Retail Store Salary in Colorado

How much does a Retail Store make in Colorado?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Retail Store in Colorado is $36,240 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,526
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,465 to $40,577
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,028
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Retail Store Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $40,577 $3,381 $780 $20
Average $36,240 $3,020 $697 $17
25th Percentile $32,465 $2,705 $624 $16
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Key Factors That Influence Retail Store Salaries

A Retail Store'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.

Top Paying Cities for Retail Stores

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:

  • Glen Haven: $35,530
  • Hygiene: $36,765
  • Johnstown: $35,609

Retail Store Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Retail Store roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Retail Store positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Retail Store as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Retail Store

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$43,487$21.020%
MFG Durable$41,675$20.015%
Healthcare$39,863$19.010%

Retail Store Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Retail Store'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 August 01, 2026

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  • Burlington

    Aurora, CO

    Burlington | Aurora, CO

    Burlington - 6472 South Parker Road - Responsibilities: Direct management of Assistant Managers, Supervisors, and Store Associates to ensure implementation... more

    6 Days Ago

  • 5 Star Nutrition

    Colorado Springs, CO

    5 Star Nutrition | Colorado Springs, CO

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Looking for a career that fuels your passion for health and fitness. ​​​​​​​ Help people transform their liv... more

    8 Days Ago

  • RMD Financial Corp.

    Denver, CO

    RMD Financial Corp. | Denver, CO

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Summary. The Dispensary Store Manager is responsible for overseeing the performance, compliance, and operational... more

    8 Days Ago

  • RMD Financial Corp.

    80011, CO

    RMD Financial Corp. | 80011, CO

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Summary. The Dispensary Store Manager is responsible for overseeing the performance, compliance, and operational... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Safeway

    Greeley, CO

    Safeway | Greeley, CO

    A Day in the Life:Our sales and store support teams, also known as clerks in the grocery world, play an important part in ensuring our stores are clean, or... more

    9 Days Ago

  • The ODP Corporation

    Colorado Springs, CO

    The ODP Corporation | Colorado Springs, CO

    The ODP Corporation - 823 North Academy Boulevard - Responsibilities: Provide customer service and drive sales to meet store targets. Maintain store appear... more

    9 Days Ago

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