Sales Representative Salary in United States

$87,000Regional estimate

Sales Representatives in the United States earn a median salary of $87,000 per year. The typical range falls between $64,000 and $117,000, with top earners making $155,000.

Pay percentiles

Regional estimate
25th percentile
$64,000
Median (p50)
$87,000
75th percentile
$117,000
Top 10% (p90)
$155,000

Gross annual, local currency.

Salary by seniority

Estimated
Junior$52,000-40%
Mid-level$77,000-12%
Senior$109,000+25%
Lead / Exec$152,000+75%

Total compensation

Base70%
Bonus12%
Equity12%
Benefits6%

Benefits are worth about $10,500 a year on top of cash pay.

Where this pay goes furthest

The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.

How we calculate this

These figures represent a regional estimate for Sales Representative gross annual salaries in the United States. They are derived from data collected across various sources to provide a benchmark.

Frequently asked questions

Is $87,000 a good salary for a Sales Representative?

The median salary of $87,000 is a solid benchmark for a Sales Representative in the United States. It indicates that half of professionals in this role earn more, and half earn less, suggesting a generally fair compensation level.

How do senior and junior Sales Representative salaries compare?

There is a notable difference between junior and senior roles. The median salary for a junior Sales Representative is $52,000, while a senior Sales Representative median salary rises to $109,000.

What is the total compensation for a Sales Representative?

Total compensation includes base salary plus potential bonuses and commissions. Additionally, benefits add an estimated value of $10,500 per year to the overall compensation package.

How is the Sales Representative salary calculated?

Sales Representative salaries are typically calculated based on base pay, commission earned from sales, and potential bonuses. This data reflects the median and percentile ranges for gross annual income.

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