Sales Representative Salary in 2026

The median annual salary for a Sales Representative is $66,260 per year. Job growth is projected at 3.1% over the next decade.

How Much Do Sales Representatives Make?

MetricValue
Median Annual Salary$66,260
10-Year Job Growth3.1%
Total Employment1,189,330
Typical EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent
SOC Code41-3091

Which Skills Increase Sales Representative Pay?

Sales Representatives with these high-demand tools and technologies typically command higher salaries.

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookSalesforce softwareApple macOSHubSpot softwareIBM SPSS StatisticsMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Project
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a Sales Representative?
The median annual salary for a Sales Representative is $66,260 per year, based on the most recent national wage survey data.
Is Sales Representative a growing career?
Employment for Sales Representative roles is projected to grow 3.1% over the 2024–2034 decade. Total employment is currently 1,189,330 workers nationally.
What skills increase Sales Representative pay?
Sales Representatives who demonstrate skills like Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook, Salesforce software typically command higher salaries. Certifications and advanced tools expertise can further boost compensation.

Salary and employment figures: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES May 2024) and Employment Projections 2024–2034. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, and employer.