Sales Salary Guide 2026
The average sales salary ranges from $87,103 to $110,297 per year, based on 358 active sales job listings. This guide is updated automatically from live job data so you always see current market rates.
$87,103
Average minimum
$110,297
Average maximum
51%
Remote-friendly roles
Salary by Role
Average pay across common sales titles currently listed.
| Role | Typical range | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Sales Operations Manager | $92,455 - $115,258 | 39 |
| Sales Manager | $90,929 - $120,737 | 38 |
| Account Executive | $93,293 - $121,058 | 37 |
| Enterprise Sales Representative | $92,752 - $117,444 | 35 |
| Sales Director | $88,076 - $117,126 | 32 |
| Regional Sales Manager | $87,032 - $117,342 | 32 |
| Account Manager | $95,268 - $113,167 | 30 |
| Business Development Manager | $94,582 - $115,509 | 28 |
| Engineering Manager | $71,699 - $86,788 | 13 |
| Full Stack Developer | $72,498 - $81,147 | 12 |
Salary by City
Where sales roles are most common and what they pay.
| City | Average range | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $85,772 - $112,983 | 32 |
| Dublin | $86,573 - $110,228 | 28 |
| San Francisco | $86,201 - $111,525 | 27 |
| Chicago | $87,329 - $107,114 | 27 |
| Sydney | $90,086 - $102,906 | 26 |
| Toronto | $86,134 - $111,119 | 25 |
| Los Angeles | $81,645 - $110,858 | 24 |
| Austin | $91,867 - $114,896 | 24 |
Employment Types
Full-time101Part-time93Contract91Freelance73
How to Negotiate a Better Sales Salary
- Research current market rates using live listings like the ones on this page, not outdated salary databases.
- Emphasise remote-friendly roles — they often offer wider ranges based on location.
- Compare offers across companies and cities before committing to a range.
- Ask about benefits beyond base pay: equity, bonuses, and professional development budgets.
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