Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for merchandise displayers and window trimmers in the United States was $39,390 ($18.94 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,760 | $14.79 |
| 25th | $35,130 | $16.89 |
| Median | $39,390 | $18.94 |
| 75th | $47,220 | $22.70 |
| 90th | $58,370 | $28.06 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 27-1026
- Total U.S. employment: 165,220
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
The numbers in context
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $42,840 | $20.60 | +8.8% | 2,900 |
| Alaska | $46,530 | $22.37 | +18.1% | 540 |
| Arizona | $39,630 | $19.05 | +0.6% | 3,130 |
| Arkansas | $36,230 | $17.42 | -8.0% | 1,670 |
| California | $47,010 | $22.60 | +19.3% | 17,840 |
| Colorado | $43,230 | $20.78 | +9.7% | 3,650 |
| Connecticut | $42,410 | $20.39 | +7.7% | 1,450 |
| Delaware | $37,710 | $18.13 | -4.3% | 490 |
| District of Columbia | $39,460 | $18.97 | +0.2% | 250 |
| Florida | $36,220 | $17.41 | -8.0% | 14,360 |
| Georgia | $37,050 | $17.81 | -5.9% | 7,790 |
| Hawaii | $40,370 | $19.41 | +2.5% | 990 |
| Idaho | $38,770 | $18.64 | -1.6% | 1,570 |
| Illinois | $40,270 | $19.36 | +2.2% | 3,090 |
| Indiana | $36,510 | $17.56 | -7.3% | 2,610 |
| Iowa | $39,680 | $19.08 | +0.7% | 1,860 |
| Kansas | $39,960 | $19.21 | +1.4% | 1,580 |
| Kentucky | $35,820 | $17.22 | -9.1% | 2,460 |
| Louisiana | $34,860 | $16.76 | -11.5% | 2,360 |
| Maine | $45,750 | $22.00 | +16.1% | 910 |
| Maryland | $43,370 | $20.85 | +10.1% | 1,920 |
| Massachusetts | $43,290 | $20.81 | +9.9% | 3,360 |
| Michigan | $36,710 | $17.65 | -6.8% | 5,050 |
| Minnesota | $45,730 | $21.99 | +16.1% | 1,820 |
| Mississippi | $33,040 | $15.88 | -16.1% | 1,760 |
| Missouri | $42,890 | $20.62 | +8.9% | 2,700 |
| Montana | $43,700 | $21.01 | +10.9% | 580 |
| Nebraska | $37,980 | $18.26 | -3.6% | 680 |
| Nevada | $39,440 | $18.96 | +0.1% | 2,300 |
| New Hampshire | $40,880 | $19.66 | +3.8% | 690 |
| New Jersey | $38,200 | $18.37 | -3.0% | 5,120 |
| New Mexico | $36,550 | $17.57 | -7.2% | 880 |
| New York | $43,660 | $20.99 | +10.8% | 10,430 |
| North Carolina | $37,960 | $18.25 | -3.6% | 6,040 |
| North Dakota | $42,080 | $20.23 | +6.8% | 350 |
| Ohio | $37,850 | $18.20 | -3.9% | 6,930 |
| Oklahoma | $38,380 | $18.45 | -2.6% | 1,570 |
| Oregon | $45,200 | $21.73 | +14.7% | 1,220 |
| Pennsylvania | $37,740 | $18.14 | -4.2% | 5,230 |
| Rhode Island | $37,610 | $18.08 | -4.5% | 0 |
| South Carolina | $36,810 | $17.70 | -6.5% | 2,550 |
| South Dakota | $40,190 | $19.32 | +2.0% | 320 |
| Tennessee | $34,500 | $16.59 | -12.4% | 4,710 |
| Texas | $37,260 | $17.91 | -5.4% | 14,730 |
| Utah | $39,930 | $19.20 | +1.4% | 1,160 |
| Vermont | $44,850 | $21.56 | +13.9% | 180 |
| Virginia | $37,750 | $18.15 | -4.2% | 4,450 |
| Washington | $48,780 | $23.45 | +23.8% | 2,550 |
| West Virginia | $36,660 | $17.63 | -6.9% | 750 |
| Wisconsin | $39,510 | $19.00 | +0.3% | 2,930 |
| Wyoming | $38,790 | $18.65 | -1.5% | 220 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for merchandise displayers and window trimmers?
The median annual wage for merchandise displayers and window trimmers is $39,390 ($18.94 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays merchandise displayers and window trimmers the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many merchandise displayers and window trimmers are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 165,220 merchandise displayers and window trimmers employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do merchandise displayers and window trimmers make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $18.94. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.