Retail employment vs Total retail sales, month-on-month growth in United States
In 2026, retail employment in United States was 55 million; total retail sales, month-on-month growth was -0.6%.
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Retail employment
Unit: million · 4 observations
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| Period | Type | Value |
|---|---|---|
| as of 30 Jul 2026 | Actual | 55 million |
| as of 3 Aug 2026 | Actual | 55 million |
| as of 8 Sep 2026 | Actual | 55 million |
| as of 14 Sep 2026 | Actual | 55 million |
Total retail sales, month-on-month growth
Unit: % · 2 observations
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| Period | Retail employment | Total retail sales, month-on-month growth |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 55 million | -0.6% |
Provenance
Where these numbers come from
Retail employment
Total number of jobs supported directly and indirectly by the retail trade industry.
4 observations in United States · source organisations: NRF
Total retail sales, month-on-month growth
The percentage change in total retail sales from the previous month.
2 observations in United States · source organisations: Census Bureau
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