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Insurance sales agents Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.

The median salary for Insurance sales agents in the United States is $62,280 per year — about $30 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $46,870 and $96,950 a year.

Median annual salary
$62,280
~$30/hr · ~$5,190/mo
Total US jobs
569K
As fast as average
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Growth: +4%

Salary range

10th %ile
$37,330
25th %ile
$46,870
Median
$62,280
75th %ile
$96,950
90th %ile
$138,140

Top US metros for Insurance sales agents

MetroLocal salary
Fond du Lac, WI$95,110
Sheboygan, WI$81,550
Bloomington, IL$82,040
La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN$80,300
Sioux Falls, SD-MN$79,690
Anniston-Oxford, AL$76,200
Grand Island, NE$74,500
Oshkosh-Neenah, WI$77,340
Green Bay, WI$78,490
Jackson, MS$76,310

Frequently asked questions

How much do Insurance sales agents make in the US?

The median salary is $62,280 per year (about $30 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $46,870 and $96,950 a year.

How much do Insurance sales agents make per hour?

About $30 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $62,280 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Insurance sales agents?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)