Sell life, property, casualty, health, automotive, or other types of insurance. May refer clients to independent brokers, work as an independent broker, or be employed by an insurance company.
Insurance Sales Agents
SOC: 41-3021 O*NET: 41-3021.00
Median Salary
$60,370
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 3.7%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
47
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4
Sell life, property, casualty, health, automotive, or other types of insurance. May refer clients to independent brokers, work as an independent broker, or be employed by an insurance company.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$36,222
25th
$48,296
50th (Median)
$60,370
75th
$72,444
90th
$90,555
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:568,800
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+3.7%
Annual Openings:47,000
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)568,800
Current
2034 (Projected)589,800
+3.7%
+21,100
Employment Change
+3.7%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Persuasion
Persuasion
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Time Management
Time Management
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Negotiation
Negotiation
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Sales and Marketing
✓
English Language
✓
Mathematics
✓
Law and Government
✓
Transportation
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Education and Training
✓
Communications and Media
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree or higher
Experience Required
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
Job Training
Significant preparation with related work experience