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Insurance agent salary in United States

How much does an Insurance Agent make in the United States?

Average base salary

$64,158
Average $64,158
Low $31,661
High $130,012
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a insurance agent is $64,158 per year in the United States. 51.9k salaries reported, updated at December 7, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in the United States

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Less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
3 to 5 years
6 to 9 years
More than 10 years
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Top companies for Insurance Agents in United States

  1. Platinum Supplemental Insurance
    2.9
    88 reviews537 salaries reported
    $87,445per year
  2. $71,166per year
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Highest paying cities for Insurance Agents near United States

  1. Tampa, FL
    $72,256 per year
    439 salaries reported
  2. Austin, TX
    $69,592 per year
    293 salaries reported
  3. Phoenix, AZ
    $67,150 per year
    270 salaries reported
  1. Las Vegas, NV
    $66,928 per year
    258 salaries reported
  2. Atlanta, GA
    $66,054 per year
    373 salaries reported
  3. Charlotte, NC
    $65,548 per year
    247 salaries reported
  1. Dallas, TX
    $64,514 per year
    392 salaries reported
  2. Houston, TX
    $63,871 per year
    563 salaries reported
  3. Macon, GA
    $63,125 per year
    76 salaries reported
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Where can an Insurance Agent earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Insurance Agents

Top skills
Business Management
+47.98%salary
Top certifications
CFP
+36.00%salary
Top licenses
Insurance Producer License
+37.10%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

Top SkillsSalaryJob openingsCompanies
12 jobs70
18 jobs56
2 jobs2
12 jobs20
47 jobs2,718
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Most common benefits for Insurance Agents

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • License reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid jury duty
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness program
  • Work from home
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 9,883 ratings

46% of Insurance Agents in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?

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Customer Service Representative

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Inside Sales Representative

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Average $58,007 per year

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Common questions about salaries for an Insurance Agent

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Do insurance agents get paid hourly?

Yes, it is possible for insurance agents to get paid by the hour. But many also get paid a salary. It varies from employer to employer.

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