As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Outside Sales in the US is $85,972, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,653 weekly, or $7,164 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Outside Sales in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Outside Sales in the US vary widely, spanning from $67,937 to $101,875. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,532) and 75th percentile ($94,296), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,875 per year. This $17,764 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Insurance Sales, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Outside Sales often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 28 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
Outside Sales Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Outside Sales Salary $67,937 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Outside Sales Salary $76,532 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Outside Sales Salary $85,972 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Outside Sales Salary $94,296 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Outside Sales Salary $101,875 US May 01, 2026
25% $76,532 10% $67,937 90% $101,875 75% $94,296 $85,972 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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