CarMax reviews

3.5

59% would recommend to a friend

(8,184 total reviews)
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Keith Barr

44% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

CarMax has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 8,184 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The CarMax employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Commerce de détail et de gros industry (3.5 stars).

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8K reviews
5.0
Jan 17, 2026

Good

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Got to drive large variety of vehicles, great benefits, loved the people

Cons

Very slow progression, must switch departments to advance in company

2.0
Jan 17, 2026

Low Pay

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

$70 per car you sell and then $100 if you can push the warranty

Cons

The pay is low comparable to other dealership.

2.0
Jan 17, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Co-workers become family and are a pleasure to work with.

Cons

Quality of vehicles for sale has declined.

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