Distributor Sales Consultant Salary in the United States

How much does a Distributor Sales Consultant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Distributor Sales Consultant in the United States is $91,580 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,214
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,697 to $98,193
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,699
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Distributor Sales Consultant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $98,193 $8,183 $1,888 $47
Average $91,580 $7,632 $1,761 $44
25th Percentile $81,697 $6,808 $1,571 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Distributor Sales Consultant Salaries

A Distributor Sales Consultant'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 Do Distributor Sales Consultant 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 Distributor Sales Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $101,397.
  • California: $101,013.
  • Massachusetts: $99,667.

Top Paying Cities for Distributor Sales Consultants

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: $115,510
  • San Francisco: $114,245
  • Oakland: $111,838

What Skills Can Increase a Distributor Sales Consultant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.27% 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.
  • Data Quality (Mentioned in 1.02% Job Postings): Data quality refers to the condition of a set of values of qualitative or quantitative variables. There are many definitions of data quality but data is generally considered high quality if it is "fit for [its] intended uses in operations, decision making and planning". Alternatively, data is deemed of high quality if it correctly represents the real-world construct to which it refers. Furthermore, apart from these definitions, as data volume increases, the question of internal data consistency becomes significant, regardless of fitness for use for any particular external purpose. People's views on data quality can often be in disagreement, even when discussing the same set of data used for the same purpose. Data cleansing may be required in order to ensure data quality.
  • Salesforce CRM (Mentioned in 0.84% Job Postings): Managing relationships and interactions with customers to drive growth and increase the volume of sales in our business.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.27%
Data Quality 1.02%
Salesforce CRM 0.84%
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 Distributor Sales Consultant's salary.
  • Sales Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Customer Success: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sales Operations
$97,991
7%
Customer Success
$97,075
6%
Leadership
$96,159
5%
Insight
$96,159
5%
Customer Engagement
$95,243
4%
API
$94,328
3%
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Distributor Sales Consultant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Distributor Sales Consultant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Distributor Sales Consultant positions in Telecom or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Distributor Sales Consultant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Distributor Sales Consultant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$119,054$57.030%
Construction$114,475$55.025%
Insurance$109,896$53.020%
Business Services$105,317$51.015%
Retail & Wholesale$105,317$51.015%

Distributor Sales Consultant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Distributor Sales Consultant'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

Salary Trends for Distributor Sales Consultant

Salaries for a Distributor Sales Consultant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $94,832 in 2023 to around $94,207 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Distributor Sales Consultant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Distributor Sales Consultant Over Time

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$94,832
2024
$94,947
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Distributor Sales Consultant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Distributor Sales Consultant?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Distributor Sales Consultant roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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