Door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers
SOC Code: 41-9091Also known as:
Balloon Seller, Beauty Consultant, Beauty Counselor, Book Agent, Book Canvasser
Median Annual Salary
$34,530
-10.0% growth (2024-2034)
3K
Openings/Year
25K
Current Jobs
What Door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers Do
Sell goods or services door-to-door or on the street.
💰 Salary
$34,530
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
-10.0%
Decline
🎓 Education
No formal educational credential
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
3K
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Short-term on-the-job training
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
25,300
Projected Employment (2034)
22,800
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$38,540 •
+3.2% growth
Retail salespersons
$34,580 •
-0.5% growth
Sales representatives, wholesale and manufacturing, except technical and scientific products
$66,780 •
+0.3% growth
Demonstrators and product promoters
$37,960 •
-0.1% growth
Top Skills Required
Speaking
Persuasion
Social Perceptiveness
Service Orientation
Active Listening
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Explain products or services and prices and demonstrate use of products.
- Develop prospect lists.
- Deliver merchandise and collect payment.
- Write and record orders for merchandise or enter orders into computers.
- Arrange buying parties and solicit sponsorship of such parties to sell merchandise.
- Answer questions about product features and benefits.
- Distribute product samples or literature that details products or services.
- Circulate among potential customers or travel by foot, truck, automobile, or bicycle to deliver or sell merchandise or services.
- Persuade customers to purchase merchandise or services.
- Set up and display sample merchandise at parties or stands.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
No formal educational credential
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
Less than High School
O*NET recommended level
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers make?
The median annual salary for door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers is $34,530.
What education do door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers need?
Most door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers positions require a no formal educational credential.
Is becoming door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers a good career choice?
Door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers is projected to see -10.0% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which reflects some decline in the field. With approximately 2,700 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers?
The best colleges offer strong programs in related fields with experienced faculty and industry connections.
What other job titles are similar to door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers?
Door-to-door sales workers, news and street vendors, and related workers may also be known as: Balloon Seller, Beauty Consultant, Beauty Counselor, Book Agent, Book Canvasser, Book Solicitor, Bumboater, Candy Butcher, Candy Vendor, Canvasser, Christmas Bell Ringer, Chuck Wagon Driver, Cigarette Vendor, Cushion Worker, Deliverer, Direct Sales Coach, Direct Selling Counselor, Distributor, Door to Door Sales Representative (Door to Door Sales Rep), Door to Door Salesman.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.