Counter and Rental Clerks vs. Retail Salespersons: Who Earns More?
Counter and Rental Clerkss out-earn Retail Salespersonss by $6K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Counter and Rental Clerkss land at $41,300 and Retail Salespersonss at $35,410. The education gap is real: counter and rental clerk programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while retail salesperson programs require no formal educational credential. Top-paying state for Counter and Rental Clerkss is District of Columbia ($53,760); for Retail Salespersonss it's Washington ($39,560).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Counter and Rental Clerks median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Counter and Rental Clerkss or Retail Salespersonss?
Counter and Rental Clerkss earn more nationally. The median is $41,300 for Counter and Rental Clerkss versus $35,410 for Retail Salespersonss, a difference of $6K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Counter and Rental Clerks or Retail Salespersons?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Counter and Rental Clerks or Retail Salespersons?
Counter and Rental Clerks typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Retail Salespersons requires no formal educational credential. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Counter and Rental Clerkss get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Counter and Rental Clerkss at $53,760/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Counter and Rental Clerks vs. Retail Salespersons pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Counter and Rental Clerkss earn $53,760 vs. $38,500 for Retail Salespersonss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.