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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Sales Managers salary in St. Louis, Missouri

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the St. Louis metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$113,530
Mean annual$134,120
Range (10th to 90th)$60,020 to $223,880
St. Louis, Missouri employment4,260
State vs national-19.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where St. Louis sales managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$60,02025TH$79,730MEDIAN$113,53075TH$164,53090TH$223,880

The middle 50% of workers earn between $79,730 and $164,530, with a median of $113,530.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Sales and Marketing

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5

  • Persuasion

    Technical

    4.1 / 5

  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Direct and coordinate activities involving sales of manufactured products, services, commodities, real estate, or other subjects of sale.

  2. 02

    Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service.

  3. 03

    Confer with potential customers regarding equipment needs, and advise customers on types of equipment to purchase.

  4. 04

    Review operational records and reports to project sales and determine profitability.

  5. 05

    Oversee regional and local sales managers and their staffs.

  6. 06

    Determine price schedules and discount rates.

  7. 07

    Prepare budgets and approve budget expenditures.

  8. 08

    Monitor customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts.

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Other metros in Missouri

How the St. Louis metro compares to other major Missouri metro areas for sales managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Sales Managers in St. Louis, Missouri?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Sales Managers in the St. Louis metropolitan area is $113,530.
Does St. Louis pay more than the Missouri state average for Sales Managers?
The St. Louis metro median is +10.8% versus the Missouri state median of $102,420.
How does St. Louis compare to the national median for Sales Managers?
The St. Louis metro median is -19.1% versus the BLS national figure of $140,418.
What is the salary range for Sales Managers in St. Louis?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $60,020 and the 90th-percentile at $223,880 for the St. Louis metro area.
What education is required for Sales Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the St. Louis CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.