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Insurance Agent salary
Insurance sales agents help clients select policies that cover life, health, property, and liability risks.
Median annual
$60,000
Median hourly
$29
Top 10% earn
$125,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$38,000
Median$60,000
Top 10%$125,000
Insurance Agent salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $40,600 | $20 | -32% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $51,500 | $25 | -14% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $70,700 | $34 | +18% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $110,100 | $53 | +84% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified insurance agents, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
High school diploma or bachelor's degree plus state licensing.
Job outlook
6% growth through 2033 — faster than average.
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