What is the average hourly wage for Insurance Sales Agents?

The median hourly wage for Insurance Sales Agents is $28.25 per hour. This translates to approximately $58,760 per year working full-time.

What states pay Insurance Sales Agents the most?

Salaries for Insurance Sales Agents vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a insurance sales agent?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Insurance Sales Agents Salary

Name: Insurance Sales Agents Salary Data
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$58,760

$28.25 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$31,143 - $101,067

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

555,090

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Insurance Sales Agents Salary by Percentile

$31,143 $101,067

10th pct Median: $58,760 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$31,143	$14.97
25th Percentile	$42,307	$20.34
50th (Median)	$58,760	$28.25
75th Percentile	$81,089	$38.99
90th (Top Earners)	$101,067	$48.59
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Insurance Sales Agents

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$77,563	$37.29
2	California (CA)	$73,450	$35.31
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$71,687	$34.46
4	New York (NY)	$71,687	$34.46
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$70,512	$33.90
6	Connecticut (CT)	$69,337	$33.34
7	Maryland (MD)	$69,337	$33.34
8	Hawaii (HI)	$67,574	$32.49
9	Alaska (AK)	$65,811	$31.64
10	Washington (WA)	$65,811	$31.64
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Insurance Sales Agents

Insurance Sales Agents work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the sales sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Insurance Sales Agents

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

1,718,700

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Insurance Sales Agents make?

The median annual salary for Insurance Sales Agents is $58,760 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $31,143, while the top 10% earn $101,067 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Insurance Sales Agents?

Insurance Sales Agents earn a median hourly wage of $28.25 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $58,760 annually.

Is Insurance Sales Agents a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $58,760, Insurance Sales Agents represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Insurance Sales Agents need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.