Retail & Sales Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Sales Representative Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median sales representative salary in Birmingham, AL is $59,067 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$59,067
vs State Avg
+$1,969
vs National
$-6,563
Cost of Living
90%

Sales Representative Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level sales representative earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $130,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,500
$-3,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,200
$-6,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$130,500
$-14,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $28,800
25th Percentile $39,600
Median (50th) $59,067
75th Percentile $90,000
90th Percentile $136,800

Sales Representative Salary in Other Alabama Cities

How to Become a Sales Representative in Birmingham

Education

Most sales representative positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ProspectingNegotiationCRM SoftwarePresentationProduct KnowledgeClosing

Job Outlook

Nationally, sales representative employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.