As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Assistant Merchandiser in the US is $52,035, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,001 weekly, or $4,336 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Assistant Merchandiser in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Assistant Merchandiser in the US vary widely, spanning from $42,226 to $57,381. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,901) and 75th percentile ($54,833), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,381 per year. This $7,932 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Product Knowledge, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Assistant Merchandiser often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 41 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Assistant Merchandiser Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assistant Merchandiser Salary $42,226 US October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Assistant Merchandiser Salary $46,901 US October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Assistant Merchandiser Salary $52,035 US October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Assistant Merchandiser Salary $54,833 US October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Assistant Merchandiser Salary $57,381 US October 01, 2026
25% $46,901 10% $42,226 90% $57,381 75% $54,833 $52,035 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Assistant Merchandiser

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Merchandiser, Senior

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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