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

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

How does experience change An Import/Export Agent's salary?

An Import/Export Agent's salary grows with experience: an Import/Export Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $48,459, an Import/Export Agent (1-3 years)earns $54,924, an Import/Export Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $60,548, an Import/Export Clerk IV (5-7 years)earns $68,598, an Import/Export Supervisor (7+ years)earns $82,001,

What are the highest paying states for an Import/Export Agent?

Import/Export Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Import/Export Agent roles are District of Columbia $55,263, California $55,054, Massachusetts $54,320. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Import/Export Agent roles make?

Salaries for Import/Export Agent level roles vary by specialization: ROW Agent: $100,920; Sales Agent: $61,790; Insurance Agent: $58,389; Escrow Agent: $58,201; Agent: $53,680.

Import/Export Agent Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Import/Export Agent make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Import/Export Agent in District of Columbia is $55,263 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,091
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,167 to $59,884
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,528

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Import/Export Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,884	$4,990	$1,152	$29
Average	$55,263	$4,605	$1,063	$27
25th Percentile	$50,167	$4,181	$965	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Import/Export Agent Salaries

An Import/Export 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/Export Agent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Import/Export 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): $48,459
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,924
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,548
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $68,598
Expert (over 8 years): $82,001

Levels	Salary
Import/Ex... Level Import/Export Agent	$48,459
Import/Ex... Level Import/Export Agent	$54,924
Import/Ex... Level Import/Export Agent	$60,548
Import/Ex... Level Import/Export Agent	$68,598
Import/Ex... Level Import/Export Agent	$82,001

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How Do Import/Export 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/Export Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,263.
California: $55,054.
Massachusetts: $54,320.

District of Columbia $55,263 California $55,054 Massachusetts $54,320 Washington $54,120 New Jersey $54,100 Alaska $54,030 Connecticut $53,342 New York $53,062

Hawaii $52,169 Rhode Island $51,749 Maryland $51,465 Minnesota $51,076 Colorado $50,926 Illinois $50,876 Oregon $50,686 Delaware $50,547

New Hampshire $50,459 Virginia $50,262 Pennsylvania $49,688 Nevada $49,399 North Dakota $49,304 Michigan $49,154 Wisconsin $49,099 Vermont $48,989

Texas $48,685 Maine $48,665 Arizona $48,635 Ohio $48,600 Georgia $48,141 Indiana $47,911 Wyoming $47,866 Utah $47,796

Iowa $47,766 Kansas $47,527 Louisiana $47,457 North Carolina $47,432 Missouri $47,422 Florida $47,227 Montana $47,123 Nebraska $47,023

Kentucky $46,968 South Carolina $46,768 Tennessee $46,643 Idaho $46,594 New Mexico $46,229 Oklahoma $46,149 Alabama $45,855 South Dakota $45,361

Arkansas $45,091 West Virginia $44,946 Mississippi $44,512

Top Paying Cities for Import/Export 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:

Parcel Return Service: $54,963
Washington: $54,964
Naval Anacost Annex: $54,961

Parcel Return Service, DC $54,963 Washington, DC $54,964 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $54,961 Washington Navy Yard, DC $54,963

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

Understanding how an Import/Export 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 June 01, 2026

$50,167

Average $55,263/year

$59,884

$4,181

Average $4,605/month

$4,990

$965

Average $1,063/week

$1,152

$24

Average $27/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,884	$4,990	$1,152	$29
Average	$55,263	$4,605	$1,063	$27
25th Percentile	$50,167	$4,181	$965	$24

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