Retail & Sales Indianapolis, IN Pop. 887,642

Retail Manager Salary in Indianapolis, Indiana

The median retail manager salary in Indianapolis, IN is $46,872 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$46,872
vs State Avg
+$1,512
vs National
$-3,528
Cost of Living
93%

Retail Manager Salary in Indianapolis by Experience

In Indianapolis, an entry-level retail manager earns around $29,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,050 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,760
$-2,240 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,360
$-3,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$79,050
$-5,950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indianapolis, IN

Percentile Indianapolis
10th Percentile $27,900
25th Percentile $35,340
Median (50th) $46,872
75th Percentile $65,100
90th Percentile $85,560

Retail Manager Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Carmel, IN
$52,920
Pop. 99,757
Fort Wayne, IN
$42,840
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$42,336
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$41,832
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Retail Manager in Indianapolis

Education

Most retail manager positions require a high school diploma. Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana 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 Indianapolis may vary based on local industry and population growth.