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What Are The Wages And Benefits?

Retail Salespersons

In British Columbia, the median annual salary for retail salespersons is $31,701.

In BC’s regions, you can expect to earn:

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BC regional hourly salaries; low, median, high

Table from Job Bank Canada Wages

Your earnings as a retail salesperson vary depending on experience, location, and employer. For example, large department stores may pay more than small independent stores. Also, some stores pay a salary plus commission, so you get a percentage of the sale price of each item you sell. Some salespeople get only a salary. Others are paid by commission only.

Cashiers

In British Columbia, the median annual salary for cashiers is $31,701.

In BC’s regions, you can expect to earn:

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BC regional hourly salaries; low, median, high

Table from Job Bank Canada Wages

In addition to a salary, retail salespersons & cashiers may receive job benefits such as health insurance and paid vacations. Cashiers who work in retail stores often receive discounts on merchandise as well. Benefits are usually better for full-time cashiers than those working part-time.

Sources: WorkBC & Career Cruising