Advertising Sales Agents
Occupation
$61,460
National Median Salary
$29.55
Median Hourly Wage
97,470
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+28.3%
10 Year Change
$47,890
2014 Median
$61,460
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Advertising Sales Agents
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Performing Arts Companies | $126,120 | 30 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods (4232, 4233, 4235, 4236, 4237, and 4239 only) | $115,390 | 150 |
| Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation | $108,890 | 30 |
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | $102,160 | 360 |
| Software Publishers | $92,360 | 160 |
Top Paying States for Advertising Sales Agents
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $94,990 | 16,190 |
| Colorado | $82,050 | 1,720 |
| Massachusetts | $78,120 | 1,900 |
| Washington | $75,260 | 3,130 |
| South Carolina | $74,840 | 1,820 |
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Performing Arts Companies
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods (4232, 4233, 4235, 4236, 4237, and 4239 only)
Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
Computer Systems Design and Related Services
Software Publishers
Specialized Design Services
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
Motion Picture and Video Industries
Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
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Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
