Insurance agent salary in United States

The average salary for an Insurance Agent is $79,360 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 58.6k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 14, 2026.

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Insurance Agent salaries typically range between a low of $38,835 and a high of $162,174 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Insurance Agent include Fredericksburg, VA at $97,280 per year, Columbus, OH at $91,937 per year, and Dallas, TX at $86,071 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Insurance Agent include Paul Hastings LLP ($365,000 per year) and Cross Insurance ($350,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Insurance Agent salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Insurance Agent: Average $69,909 per year
• Senior Insurance Agent: Average $115,364 per year