How much money does a car salesman make?

The average car salesperson makes approximately $48,000 annually, as of January 2015. Most car salespeople make their money from commission, so the amount of money they make annually depends on how many cars they sell, as well as the make and model of those vehicles.

Car salespeople are almost always paid on a full commission basis; therefore, salespeople who sell high-end brands, such as BMWs and Cadillacs, stand to earn more money, based on the average price of a vehicle at their dealerships. Incentives are sometimes offered to new salespeople, and they usually guarantee a certain salary for the first 90 days of employment. Other pay plans are also sometimes offered based on the individual dealership.