Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 8/30/2026
AI Resilience Score for Retail Salespersons:
44.4%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Low
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Med
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Med
Contributing sources
AI Resilience Report forRetail Salespersons
$35,410 median salary•520,600 annual openings•SOC Code: 41-2030
Retail Salespersons are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 8 sources.
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Career: Retail Salespersons
They help customers by answering questions, suggesting products, and processing purchases to ensure a positive shopping experience.
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Employment & Wage Data
* Data aggregated from 1 child occupations
Median Wage
$35,410
Jobs (2025)
3,998,100
Growth (2025-35)
-0.4%
Annual Openings
520,600
Education
No formal educational credential
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
