What are the main factors that influence a Travel 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 Travel Agent?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Travel Agent roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Travel Agent's salary?

A Travel Agent's salary grows with experience: a Travel Agent (1-3 years)earns $56,559, a Travel Coordinator (3-5 years)earns $64,780, a Travel Supervisor (5+ years)earns $84,914, a Travel Manager (5+ years)earns $109,802,

What are the highest paying states for a Travel Agent?

Travel Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Travel Agent roles are District of Columbia $62,536, California $62,299, Massachusetts $61,468. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Travel Agent roles make?

Salaries for Travel Agent level roles vary by specialization: Travel Supervisor: $84,842; Leisure Travel Agent: $64,808; Senior Travel Agent: $58,310; Corporate Travel Agent: $55,175; Virtual Travel Agent: $54,444.

Travel Agent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Travel Agent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Travel Agent in Delaware is $57,199 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,812
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,021 to $65,895
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,486

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Travel Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,895	$5,491	$1,267	$32
Average	$57,199	$4,767	$1,100	$27
25th Percentile	$50,021	$4,168	$962	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Travel Agent Salaries

A Travel 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 Do Travel 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 Travel Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,536.
California: $62,299.
Massachusetts: $61,468.

District of Columbia $62,536 California $62,299 Massachusetts $61,468 Washington $61,243 New Jersey $61,220 Alaska $61,141 Connecticut $60,361 New York $60,045

Hawaii $59,034 Rhode Island $58,560 Maryland $58,238 Minnesota $57,797 Colorado $57,628 Illinois $57,571 Oregon $57,357 Delaware $57,199

New Hampshire $57,099 Virginia $56,877 Pennsylvania $56,227 Nevada $55,899 North Dakota $55,792 Michigan $55,623 Wisconsin $55,561 Vermont $55,436

Texas $55,092 Maine $55,069 Arizona $55,035 Ohio $54,996 Georgia $54,476 Indiana $54,216 Wyoming $54,165 Utah $54,086

Iowa $54,053 Kansas $53,781 Louisiana $53,702 North Carolina $53,674 Missouri $53,663 Florida $53,443 Montana $53,324 Nebraska $53,211

Kentucky $53,149 South Carolina $52,923 Tennessee $52,782 Idaho $52,725 New Mexico $52,313 Oklahoma $52,223 Alabama $51,889 South Dakota $51,330

Arkansas $51,025 West Virginia $50,861 Mississippi $50,370

Top Paying Cities for Travel 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: $56,941
Little Creek: $57,358
Magnolia: $57,275

Lincoln, DE $56,941 Little Creek, DE $57,358 Magnolia, DE $57,275 Milford, DE $57,086 Marydel, DE $57,179 Millsboro, DE $56,702 Millville, DE $56,790 Milton, DE $56,888

Nassau, DE $56,929 Ocean View, DE $56,780 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,889 Seaford, DE $56,921 Selbyville, DE $56,686 Smyrna, DE $57,397 Viola, DE $57,133 Woodside, DE $57,287

Bear, DE $57,154 Newark, DE $57,133 Claymont, DE $57,250 Delaware City, DE $57,190 Hockessin, DE $57,128 Kirkwood, DE $57,179 Middletown, DE $57,201 Montchanin, DE $57,141

New Castle, DE $57,149 Odessa, DE $57,230 Port Penn, DE $57,268 Rockland, DE $57,147 Saint Georges, DE $57,183 Townsend, DE $57,271 Winterthur, DE $57,153 Lewes, DE $56,910

Wilmington, DE $57,131 Dover, DE $57,358 Dover Afb, DE $57,056 Bethany Beach, DE $56,720 Bethel, DE $56,779 Bridgeville, DE $56,913 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,196 Cheswold, DE $57,339

Clayton, DE $57,341 Dagsboro, DE $56,681 Delmar, DE $56,590 Ellendale, DE $56,761 Felton, DE $57,081 Fenwick Island, DE $56,693 Frankford, DE $56,594 Frederica, DE $57,138

Georgetown, DE $56,659 Greenwood, DE $56,922 Harbeson, DE $56,720 Harrington, DE $57,009 Hartly, DE $57,186 Houston, DE $56,927 Kenton, DE $57,344 Laurel, DE $56,625

Yorklyn, DE $57,145

Travel Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Travel 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 Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Travel Agent positions in MFG Durable or Construction typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Travel Agent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Travel Agent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$65,778	$32.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$62,918	$30.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$62,918	$30.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$60,058	$29.0	5%
Software & Networking	$60,058	$29.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Travel 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 July 01, 2026

$50,021

Average $57,199/year

$65,895

$4,168

Average $4,767/month

$5,491

$962

Average $1,100/week

$1,267

$24

Average $27/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,895	$5,491	$1,267	$32
Average	$57,199	$4,767	$1,100	$27
25th Percentile	$50,021	$4,168	$962	$24

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