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Receptionist Salary

Receptionists are the first point of contact for visitors and callers, greeting guests, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and performing basic administrative tasks.

Median: $36,550 Growth: -5% BLS Data

Receptionist Salary Range

Entry Level

$28,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$36,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$46,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $26,870

25th Percentile $30,790

Median (50th) $36,550

75th Percentile $43,050

90th Percentile $50,000

Top Paying States for Receptionists

1 Connecticut

$44,000

2 Massachusetts

$43,000

3 Washington

$42,000

4 California

$41,000

5 Alaska

$40,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

-5%

Declining

Education

High school diploma; some college preferred

How Much Do Receptionists Make?

The median annual salary for a receptionist in the United States is $36,550 as of 2026. This means half of receptionists earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $28,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $36,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $46,000

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Hourly Equivalent

Based on 2,080 work hours/year

$17/hr

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What Can a Receptionist Afford?

Based on median salary of $36,550

Max Rent $924/mo

Max Car Payment $369/mo

Monthly Savings $497/mo

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