Walmart employees working as General Merchandise Associate in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 30 ratings. This is 4% lower than the average of General Merchandise Associate professionals at Walmart worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a General Merchandise Associate ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $59,585 per year (estimate) and goes up to $90,395 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a General Merchandise Associate at Walmart is $47,489 per year or $23 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $66,951 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $40,187 (25th percentile) and $57,004 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 44 salaries submitted by Walmart General Merchandise Associate professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
General Merchandise Associate professionals typically earn between $19 and $27 per hour.
General Merchandise Associate professionals typically earn between $3,349 and $4,750 monthly.