Agency Sales Associate Salary in the United States

How much does an Agency Sales Associate make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Agency Sales Associate in the United States is $38,838 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, an Agency Sales Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,682
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,567 to $42,944
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,588
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Agency Sales Associate Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,944 $3,579 $826 $21
Average $38,838 $3,236 $747 $19
25th Percentile $35,567 $2,964 $684 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Agency Sales Associate Salaries

An Agency Sales Associate'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Agency Sales Associate 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 Agency Sales Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $43,001.
  • California: $42,838.
  • Massachusetts: $42,267.

Top Paying Cities for Agency Sales Associates

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:

  • San Jose: $48,986
  • San Francisco: $48,450
  • Oakland: $47,429

What Skills Can Increase an Agency Sales Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 18.4% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Telemarketing (Mentioned in 1.62% Job Postings): Telemarketing (sometimes known as inside sales, or telesales in the UK and Ireland) is a method of direct marketing in which a salesperson solicits prospective customers to buy products or services, either over the phone or through a subsequent face to face or Web conferencing appointment scheduled during the call. Telemarketing can also include recorded sales pitches programmed to be played over the phone via automatic dialing. Telemarketing is defined as contacting, qualifying, and canvassing prospective customers using telecommunications devices such as telephone, fax, and internet. It does not include direct mail marketing.
  • Customer Support (Mentioned in 1.13% Job Postings): Customer support is a range of customer services to assist customers in making cost effective and correct use of a product. It includes assistance in planning, installation, training, troubleshooting, maintenance, upgrading, and disposal of a product. Regarding technology products such as mobile phones, televisions, computers, software products or other electronic or mechanical goods, it is termed technical support. Customer support is considered as one of the main data channels for customer satisfaction research and a way to increase customer retention.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 18.4%
Telemarketing 1.62%
Customer Support 1.13%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Agency Sales Associate's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 43%.
  • Service Delivery: Can increase your salary by up to 31%.
  • Data Processing: Can increase your salary by up to 27%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
$55,538
43%
Service Delivery
$50,877
31%
Data Processing
$49,324
27%
Claim Processing
$49,324
27%
Building Relationships
$43,498
12%
Verbal Communication
$42,333
9%
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Agency Sales Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Agency Sales Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Agency Sales Associate positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Agency Sales Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Agency Sales Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$46,605$22.020%
Construction$44,663$21.015%
Software & Networking$44,663$21.015%
Insurance$42,721$21.010%
Internet$42,721$21.010%

How Education impacts an Agency Sales Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Agency Sales Associates enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Agency Sales Associate with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $37,060 and $39,815).

Agency Sales Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Agency Sales Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.1%
High School 35.6%
Associates 17.8%
Bachelors 39.1%
Masters 4.1%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Agency Sales Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Agency Sales Associate'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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Agency Sales Associate

Salaries for an Agency Sales Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $34,802 in 2023 to around $33,781 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Agency Sales Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Agency Sales Associate Over Time

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2023
$34,802
2024
$34,215
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$33,781
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