Micro Center reviews

3.6

62% would recommend to a friend

(607 total reviews)

Richard M. Mershad

67% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

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4.0
Oct 13, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Commission based pay, so can make good money

Cons

- Will make you come in early to work on stocking and inventory without upping the base pay for those hours.

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Micro Center Response
7mo
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are glad to hear you capitalized on the commission structure to make good money during your time with us. We confirm that our sales associates are responsible for tasks like stocking and merchandising, as this is critical to supporting the sales environment. We can confirm that our sales associates are responsible for tasks like stocking and merchandising, as this is critical to supporting the sales environment. To clarify, all time worked, including stocking hours, is compensated based on the sales associate's total commission and base rate. Our General Sales associates are currently averaging approximately $21.00 per hour across all shifts, ensuring all efforts are properly compensated. We wish you the best in your future endeavors. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153
4.0
Oct 2, 2025

Entry level for sure

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good stepping stone to either sales or tech industry

Cons

Pay for most positions is dynamic and can really fluctuate depending on sales and performance

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Micro Center Response
9mo
Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to know you view the role as a "good stepping stone" for careers in sales and the tech industry. We aim to be a valuable launchpad for our team members. We recognize the fluctuation in pay is inherent to the dynamic, performance-driven structure of many of our roles. This design is specifically intended to reward the hard work and individual sales achievements of our associates, maximizing their earning potential. We wish you the best of luck in your current role! Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153
4.0
Sep 25, 2025

Not bad

Recommend
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Pros

Pay is decent, work life is good.

Cons

Some managers are sticklers and have it out for you.

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Micro Center Response
9mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience at our Overland Park store. We are pleased to note that you experienced a positive work-life balance and felt that our compensation was competitive. We also appreciate your candid comments regarding management styles and concerns about micromanaging. We take all feedback on leadership seriously and will use your input as we continue to coach and develop our managerial team. We wish you the best in your future career. Best - Jennifer Rex - Senior HR Generalist – 614.850.3153
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