Retail & Sales Tuscaloosa, AL Pop. 101,129

Retail Manager Salary in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The median retail manager salary in Tuscaloosa, AL is $44,352 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.1% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$44,352
vs State Avg
+$504
vs National
$-6,048
Cost of Living
88%

Retail Manager Salary in Tuscaloosa by Experience

In Tuscaloosa, an entry-level retail manager earns around $28,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,160
$-3,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$45,760
$-6,240 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,800
$-10,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Tuscaloosa, AL

Percentile Tuscaloosa
10th Percentile $26,400
25th Percentile $33,440
Median (50th) $44,352
75th Percentile $61,600
90th Percentile $80,960

Retail Manager Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$46,368
Pop. 216,963
Birmingham, AL
$45,360
Pop. 197,575
Montgomery, AL
$43,344
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$42,840
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Retail Manager in Tuscaloosa

Education

Most retail manager positions require a high school diploma. Tuscaloosa and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Retail ManagementSalesInventory ManagementCustomer ServiceStaff TrainingVisual Merchandising

Job Outlook

Nationally, retail manager employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Demand in Tuscaloosa may vary based on local industry and population growth.