Store Team Leader Salary in the United States

How much does a Store Team Leader make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Store Team Leader in the United States is $39,308 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,299
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,083 to $42,967
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,148
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Store Team Leader Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,967 $3,581 $826 $21
Average $39,308 $3,276 $756 $19
25th Percentile $36,083 $3,007 $694 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Store Team Leader Salaries

A Store Team Leader'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 Experience Level Affects Store Team Leader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Store Team Leader's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $37,964
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $38,770
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,012
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,308
  • Expert (over 8 years): $41,605
Levels Salary
Entry Level Store Team Leader$37,964
Intermediate Level Store Team Leader$38,770
Senior Level Store Team Leader$41,012
Specialist Level Store Team Leader$41,308
Expert Level Store Team Leader$41,605
$37,964 0 yr
$38,770 < 2 yrs
$41,012 2-4 yrs
$41,308 5-8 yrs
$41,605 > 8 yrs
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How Do Store Team Leader 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 Team Leaders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $43,521.
  • California: $43,356.
  • Massachusetts: $42,778.

Top Paying Cities for Store Team Leaders

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: $49,579
  • San Francisco: $49,036
  • Oakland: $48,002

What Skills Can Increase a Store Team Leader's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 19.41% 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.
  • Community Relations (Mentioned in 1.49% Job Postings): Creating, managing, and establishing a good and beneficial relationship with the communities to promote the welfare of the community.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.08% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 19.41%
Community Relations 1.49%
Microsoft Office 1.08%
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 Team Leader's salary.
  • Loss Prevention: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Loss Prevention
$44,811
14%
Integrity
$43,631
11%
Accountability
$43,238
10%
Computer Systems
$42,845
9%
KPI
$42,452
8%
Store Management
$42,452
8%
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Store Team Leader Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Store Team Leader roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Retail & Wholesale, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Store Team Leader positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Store Team Leader as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Store Team Leader

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale$47,169$23.020%
Media$43,238$21.010%

How Education impacts a Store Team Leader's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Store Team Leaders 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 Team Leader with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $33,922 and $36,906).

Store Team Leader Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Store Team Leader
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.7%
High School 41.2%
Associates 16.5%
Bachelors 30.6%
Masters 7.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Store Team Leader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Store Team Leader'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 Store Team Leader

Salaries for a Store Team Leader can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $44,678 in 2023 to around $44,106 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Store Team Leader salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Store Team Leader Over Time

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2023
$44,678
2024
$44,516
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$44,106
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2024 $44,516
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  • Chick-fil-A Grandview Yard

    Columbus, OH

    Chick-fil-A Grandview Yard | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Our Restaurant is looking for Leaders who have a passion for excellence and for serving others. A Team Leader influences ... more

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  • Jenis Splendid Ice Creams LLC.

    Columbus, OH

    Jenis Splendid Ice Creams LLC. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. In Columbus, our Team Jeni's Full Time Team Leaders have the opportunity to earn an average of $22.61 per hour. This is a... more

    1 Day Ago

  • Adam Deel - State Farm Agent

    Columbus, OH

    Adam Deel - State Farm Agent | Columbus, OH

    Responsive Recruiter. I am a local State Farm Insurance Agent looking to hire an outgoing and customer-focused individual who enjoys working with the publi... more

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  • Altar'd State

    Columbus, OH

    Altar'd State | Columbus, OH

    Altar'd State - - Responsibilities: Cultivates a guest-focused environment by driving volume and anticipating guest needs. Models excellent service standar... more

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  • 7-eleven

    Columbus, OH

    7-eleven | Columbus, OH

    7-eleven - 770 Polaris Parkway - Responsibilities: Oversee and provide customer service leadership, training, and coaching for store employees. Oversee mer... more

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  • 7-eleven

    Columbus, OH

    7-eleven | Columbus, OH

    Assistant Store Leader (Assistant Manager). 7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We r... more

    3 Days Ago

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FAQ about Store Team Leader

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Store Team Leader?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Store Team Leader roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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