What are the main factors that influence an Import Agent's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Import Agent?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Import Agent roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Import Agent's salary?

An Import Agent's salary grows with experience: an Import/Export Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $46,326, an Import Agent (1-3 years)earns $52,511, an Import/Export Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $57,897, an Import/Export Clerk IV (5-7 years)earns $65,595, an Import/Export Supervisor (7+ years)earns $78,407,

What are the highest paying states for an Import Agent?

Import Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Import Agent roles are District of Columbia $56,189, California $55,976, Massachusetts $55,230. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Import Agent roles make?

Salaries for Import Agent level roles vary by specialization: Import /Export Agent IV: $63,300; Import/Export Clerk IV: $63,267; Import /Export Agent III: $55,900; Import/Export Clerk III: $55,842; Import/Export Agent II: $50,650.

Import Agent Salary in Delaware

How much does an Import Agent make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Import Agent in Delaware is $51,393 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, an Import Agent's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,601
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,027 to $55,690
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,142

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Import Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,690	$4,641	$1,071	$27
Average	$51,393	$4,283	$988	$25
25th Percentile	$46,027	$3,836	$885	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Import Agent Salaries

An Import Agent's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Import Agent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Import Agent's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $46,326
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,511
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,897
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,595
Expert (over 8 years): $78,407

Levels	Salary
Import/Ex... Level Import Agent	$46,326
Import Ag... Level Import Agent	$52,511
Import/Ex... Level Import Agent	$57,897
Import/Ex... Level Import Agent	$65,595
Import/Ex... Level Import Agent	$78,407

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How Do Import Agent Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Import Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,189.
California: $55,976.
Massachusetts: $55,230.

District of Columbia $56,189 California $55,976 Massachusetts $55,230 Washington $55,027 New Jersey $55,006 Alaska $54,935 Connecticut $54,235 New York $53,951

Hawaii $53,042 Rhode Island $52,616 Maryland $52,327 Minnesota $51,931 Colorado $51,779 Illinois $51,728 Oregon $51,535 Delaware $51,393

New Hampshire $51,304 Virginia $51,104 Pennsylvania $50,520 Nevada $50,226 North Dakota $50,129 Michigan $49,977 Wisconsin $49,921 Vermont $49,810

Texas $49,500 Maine $49,480 Arizona $49,449 Ohio $49,414 Georgia $48,947 Indiana $48,713 Wyoming $48,668 Utah $48,597

Iowa $48,566 Kansas $48,323 Louisiana $48,252 North Carolina $48,226 Missouri $48,216 Florida $48,018 Montana $47,912 Nebraska $47,810

Kentucky $47,754 South Carolina $47,551 Tennessee $47,424 Idaho $47,374 New Mexico $47,003 Oklahoma $46,922 Alabama $46,623 South Dakota $46,120

Arkansas $45,846 West Virginia $45,699 Mississippi $45,258

Top Paying Cities for Import Agents

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $51,162
Little Creek: $51,536
Magnolia: $51,462

Lincoln, DE $51,162 Little Creek, DE $51,536 Magnolia, DE $51,462 Milford, DE $51,292 Marydel, DE $51,376 Millsboro, DE $50,947 Millville, DE $51,026 Milton, DE $51,114

Nassau, DE $51,151 Ocean View, DE $51,017 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,115 Seaford, DE $51,144 Selbyville, DE $50,932 Smyrna, DE $51,572 Viola, DE $51,334 Woodside, DE $51,472

Bear, DE $51,353 Newark, DE $51,334 Claymont, DE $51,439 Delaware City, DE $51,385 Hockessin, DE $51,330 Kirkwood, DE $51,376 Middletown, DE $51,396 Montchanin, DE $51,341

New Castle, DE $51,349 Odessa, DE $51,421 Port Penn, DE $51,455 Rockland, DE $51,346 Saint Georges, DE $51,379 Townsend, DE $51,458 Winterthur, DE $51,352 Lewes, DE $51,134

Wilmington, DE $51,332 Dover, DE $51,536 Dover Afb, DE $51,265 Bethany Beach, DE $50,963 Bethel, DE $51,016 Bridgeville, DE $51,136 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,391 Cheswold, DE $51,519

Clayton, DE $51,521 Dagsboro, DE $50,928 Delmar, DE $50,846 Ellendale, DE $51,000 Felton, DE $51,287 Fenwick Island, DE $50,939 Frankford, DE $50,850 Frederica, DE $51,338

Georgetown, DE $50,908 Greenwood, DE $51,144 Harbeson, DE $50,963 Harrington, DE $51,222 Hartly, DE $51,382 Houston, DE $51,149 Kenton, DE $51,523 Laurel, DE $50,878

Yorklyn, DE $51,345

Import Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Import Agent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Import Agent positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Import Agent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Import Agent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$56,532	$27.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$56,532	$27.0	10%
Internet	$56,018	$27.0	9%
Healthcare	$55,504	$27.0	8%
Financial Services	$54,991	$26.0	7%

Import Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Import Agent's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$46,027

Average $51,393/year

$55,690

$3,836

Average $4,283/month

$4,641

$885

Average $988/week

$1,071

$22

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,690	$4,641	$1,071	$27
Average	$51,393	$4,283	$988	$25
25th Percentile	$46,027	$3,836	$885	$22

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