Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers Salary in U.S.
The median pay for a merchandise displayers and window trimmers in U.S. is $37,350/year ($17.96/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $54K for experienced workers.
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So what does $37K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level merchandise displayers and window trimmers (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K.Top earners bring in $54K or more - a $24K spread from bottom to top.
Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $46K | +23% | 3,230 |
| Alaska | $44K | +19% | 610 |
| Utah | $43K | +16% | 1,950 |
| California | $43K | +14% | 24,660 |
| District of Columbia | $42K | +13% | 120 |
| Connecticut | $42K | +13% | 1,690 |
| Massachusetts | $42K | +12% | 4,190 |
| Vermont | $42K | +12% | 210 |
| New York | $41K | +9% | 10,720 |
| South Dakota | $40K | +8% | 500 |
| Oregon | $40K | +6% | 1,380 |
| Montana | $40K | +6% | 470 |
| Minnesota | $39K | +5% | 2,110 |
| New Hampshire | $39K | +5% | 870 |
| Kansas | $39K | +4% | 1,760 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do merchandise displayers and window trimmers make in U.S.?
The median is $37,350 a year - that works out to about $17.96 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,050, and experienced merchandise displayers and window trimmers can clear $53,800. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,671/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 52.9% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a merchandise displayers and window trimmers salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median merchandise displayers and window trimmers salary is worth about $37,350 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do merchandise displayers and window trimmers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.