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Insurance Agent Salary

Insurance agents sell life, health, property, casualty, and other types of insurance policies, helping clients choose plans that suit their needs.

Median: $57,860 Growth: 6% BLS Data

Insurance Agent Salary Range

Entry Level

$32,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$55,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$95,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $30,700

25th Percentile $39,090

Median (50th) $57,860

75th Percentile $82,920

90th Percentile $130,000

Top Paying States for Insurance Agents

1 Rhode Island

$95,000

2 Massachusetts

$90,000

3 New York

$85,000

4 Connecticut

$82,000

5 New Jersey

$80,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

+6%

Above Average

Education

High school diploma and state license; bachelor's degree preferred

How Much Do Insurance Agents Make?

The median annual salary for a insurance agent in the United States is $57,860 as of 2026. This means half of insurance agents earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $32,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $55,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $95,000

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Hourly Equivalent

Based on 2,080 work hours/year

$27/hr

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What Can a Insurance Agent Afford?

Based on median salary of $57,860

Max Rent $1,425/mo

Max Car Payment $570/mo

Monthly Savings $748/mo

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