OVERVIEW
An examination of the Building Materials Retail Stores industry's compensation data. This data is backed by ERI's extensive research using industry salary survey data.
Building Materials Retail Stores Industry's average salary is 1.00% lower than the US average
Description
Building Materials Retail Stores
This major group includes retail establishments primarily engaged in selling lumber and other building materials, paint, glass, wallpaper, hardware, nursery stock, lawn and garden supplies, and mobile homes. It includes lumber and building materials dealers, as well as paint, glass, and wallpaper stores that sell to the general public, even when sales to construction contractors make up the majority of total sales. These establishments are considered retail in the trade. Businesses that primarily sell these products exclusively to other businesses or wholesalers are classified under Wholesale Trade. Establishments specializing in plumbing, heating, air-conditioning equipment, or electrical supplies are also classified in Wholesale Trade.
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Sub-Industries
Lumber and Other Building Materials Stores
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Hardware Stores
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Retail Nurseries, Lawn and Garden Supply Stores
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