Retail & Sales Columbia, MO Pop. 126,254

Retail Manager Salary in Columbia, Missouri

The median retail manager salary in Columbia, MO is $44,352 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 0.0% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$44,352
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-6,048
Cost of Living
88%

Retail Manager Salary in Columbia by Experience

In Columbia, 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 Columbia, MO

Percentile Columbia
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 Missouri Cities

Kansas City, MO
$46,368
Pop. 508,090
Saint Louis, MO
$45,360
Pop. 301,578
Independence, MO
$42,840
Pop. 123,011
Springfield, MO
$41,328
Pop. 169,176

How to Become a Retail Manager in Columbia

Education

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