High-paying retail jobs in Des Moines

Retail sells goods directly to consumers in stores or online. Retail associates assist customers and manage inventory. Customer service and communication skills are key.


The 518 retail jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $13.34 and $15.44 per hour. Retail Sales Associate, Assistant Store Manager and Lead Associate are among the most popular high-paying roles in Des Moines, IA.

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Updated Nov 06, 2026
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Des Moines, IA
Iowa
Job openings (Des Moines)

Branch Manager

Des Moines

$71,426 per year

Iowa

$99,206 per year

Assistant Store Manager

Des Moines

$69,786 per year

Iowa

$61,661 per year

Store Manager

Des Moines

$20.46 per hour

Iowa

$18.84 per hour

Checker

Des Moines

$16.21 per hour

Iowa

$19.06 per hour

Seasonal Associate

Des Moines

$15.86 per hour

Iowa

$14.10 per hour

Merchandiser

Des Moines

$15.44 per hour

Iowa

$11.03 per hour

Retail Sales Associate

Des Moines

$14.79 per hour

Iowa

$14.98 per hour

Cashier

Des Moines

$14.39 per hour

Iowa

$14.41 per hour

Retail Assistant Manager

Des Moines

$14.07 per hour

Iowa

$14.94 per hour

Lead Associate

Des Moines

$13.34 per hour

Iowa

$14.03 per hour

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