Occupation ยท SOC 41-9091
Door-to-Door Sales Workers, News and Street Vendors, and Related Workers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 4,590 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $34,530 ($16.60 an hour).
US employment
4,590
Median annual wage
$34,530
Mean annual wage
$39,890
Median hourly wage
$16.60
Education and training
Typical education
No formal educational credential
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $66,780 | $32,250 (+93.4%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Order Clerks | $44,660 | $10,130 (+29.3%) | 2 | Some college, no degree |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $100,070 | $65,540 (+189.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Customer Service Representatives | $42,830 | $8,300 (+24.0%) | 2 | High school diploma or equivalent |
States with the most jobs
States that pay the most
- 1. New York$45,490
- 2. Colorado$43,850
- 3. Kansas$41,600
- 4. Wisconsin$40,640
- 5. Washington$38,480
- 6. Maryland$37,850
- 7. Oregon$37,310
- 8. Missouri$36,750
- 9. North Carolina$36,270
- 10. New Jersey$36,030
Median annual wage. Based on 21 states and territories with published figures.
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- Insurance Sales AgentsTeleworkable
- Counter and Rental ClerksOn-site
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