Receptionist salary in United States

The average salary for a Receptionist is $17.86 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 33.8k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 17, 2026.

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Receptionist salaries typically range between a low of $13.60 and a high of $23.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Receptionist include New York, NY at $22.11 per hour, Portland, OR at $20.74 per hour, and Chicago, IL at $19.43 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Receptionist include Sojourner Truth House ($431,930 per year) and i4 Search Group ($192,400 per year).

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

• Entry Level Receptionist: Average $17.26 per hour
• Junior Receptionist: Average $20.72 per hour
• Senior Receptionist: Average $20.64 per hour