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First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$54,870
Median Annual Salary
▲
+9.2% vs 2024
$57,140
Mean Salary
$54,870
Median Salary
$26.38
Hourly Rate
109,180 people work as First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California earn a median salary of $54,870 per year ($4,572/month).
This is 10.5% above the national average of $49,641.
California ranks #14 out of 51 states for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers pay.
Approximately 109,180 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 9.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of retail sales workers in an establishment or department. Duties may include management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.88
Speaking
3.75
Service Orientation
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.5
Monitoring
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.82
Administration and Management
4.48
Sales and Marketing
3.93
English Language
3.86
Education and Training
3.6
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(51.7% of workers)
Salary Range: First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California
Salaries for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California range from $38,860 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $77,590 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $44,920 and $63,160.
Median $54,870
P10: $38,860P25: $44,920P75: $63,160P90: $77,590
10th
$38,860
25th
$44,920
Median
$54,870
75th
$63,160
90th
$77,590
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,860
$18.68
$3,238
25th Percentile
$44,920
$21.60
$3,743
Median (50th)
$54,870
$26.38
$4,572
75th Percentile
$63,160
$30.37
$5,263
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$77,590
$37.30
$6,465
Note: The mean (average) salary of $57,140 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#14
California ranks #14 of 51 states
$49,641
National avg. for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers make in California?
The median annual salary for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California is $54,870 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $57,140.
What is the salary range for a First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California?
Salaries for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California range from $38,860 at the 10th percentile to $77,590 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $44,920 and $63,160.
What is the starting salary for a First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California?
Entry-level First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers positions in California typically start around $38,860 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $44,920 (25th percentile).
How many people work as First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 109,180 people are employed as First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers in California is approximately $26.38 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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