Wholesale and Retail Buyer salary
From 50 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 13-1022: Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
At a glance
- Mostly Level I (entry-level). 40% of Wholesale and Retail Buyer filings are Level I, compared with 19% across all H-1B filings.
- Median up 26% since FY2020. From $59,800 in FY2020 to $75,100 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Wholesale and Retail Buyer H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 50 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Wholesale and Retail Buyer jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 13-1022, Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products). The median base salary is $66,750, 46% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $60,414 and $82,847. The most common wage level is Level I (entry-level), at 40% of filings.
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Pay by level
Entry-level · 40% of filings
Mid-level · 36% of filings
Senior · 0% of filings
Expert · 23% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $58,448 | 19 |
| Level II · Qualified | $70,000 | 17 |
| Level III · Experienced | – | 0 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $92,560 | 11 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Wholesale and Retail Buyer pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 1 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $75,005 | 15 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Wholesale and Retail Buyer does
Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. Select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements. May conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products. May negotiate contracts. Includes assistant wholesale and retail buyers of nonfarm products.
Typical tasks
- Negotiate prices, discount terms, or transportation arrangements with suppliers.
- Inspect merchandise or products to determine quality, value, or yield.
- Recommend mark-up rates, mark-down rates, or merchandise selling prices.
- Obtain information about customer needs or preferences by conferring with sales or purchasing personnel.
- Buy merchandise or commodities for resale to wholesale or retail consumers.
- Collaborate with vendors to obtain or develop desired products.
Preparation
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
O*NET occupation: Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products (13-1022.00). This section includes information from the O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $56,426 |
| 25th | $60,414 |
| 50th (median) | $66,750 |
| 75th | $82,847 |
| 90th | $95,304 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $59,800 | $52,965 | $77,975 | 31 |
| FY2021 | $62,587 | $59,571 | $75,000 | 29 |
| FY2022 | $77,500 | $62,742 | $90,250 | 22 |
| FY2023 | $60,160 | $54,673 | $77,611 | 28 |
| FY2024 | $69,638 | $62,608 | $78,000 | 21 |
| FY2025 | $62,400 | $57,741 | $71,968 | 25 |
| FY2026 | $75,100 | $65,000 | $89,609 | 25 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Wholesale and Retail Buyer make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Wholesale and Retail Buyer jobs is $66,750 (50 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $60,414 and $82,847.
What does an entry-level Wholesale and Retail Buyer earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $58,448. Level I accounts for 40% of Wholesale and Retail Buyer filings.