From 24/7 Wall St. · Jake FitzGerald · · 1m 30s
Ohio's First Buc-ee's Opens with $1 Million Sales
Buc-ee's Ohio store hit $1 million in opening day sales, paying managers up to $275,000 with no degree required.
In brief
Buc-ee's Ohio store hit $1 million in opening day sales, paying managers up to $275,000 with no degree required. Ohio's first Buc-ee's generated $1 million in sales on opening day, with general managers earning up to $275,000 annually without a college degree. Originally reported by 24/7 Wall St..
Buc-ee's Ohio Store Sales
Ohio's first Buc-ee's store generated $1 million in sales on opening day, described as the strongest opening in its history.
Pay Signs Inside Stores
Buc-ee's posted pay ranges inside stores showing starting wages of $20 an hour for cashiers and up to $275,000 for general managers.
Manager Pay Structure
General managers start at $200,000 and can reach $275,000 with no college degree required, according to Buc-ee's.
Retail Pay Comparison
Average hourly pay across all private-sector jobs was $37.81 in September 2026, making Buc-ee's $20 entry wage stand out in convenience retail.
Manager Experience Requirements
Buc-ee's general managers need at least five years of retail management experience and must be available around the clock.
Store Size and Staffing
Each Buc-ee's location employs around 250 staff members, covering fuel, food counters, and a large retail floor.
Why High Pay Matters
High manager pay helps Buc-ee's retain staff and attract experienced managers from competitors as it opens new stores.
What Comes Next
Whether Buc-ee's pay scales stay consistent as new stores open and competing chains follow suit will determine if six-figure retail jobs become normal.
The short version
Ohio's first Buc-ee's generated $1 million in sales on opening day, with general managers earning up to $275,000 annually without a college degree.
