Advertising Sales Agents Salary (2025)
Based on 91,700 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $35,240 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $47,020 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $64,820 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $99,990 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $146,010 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$35K
25th
$47K
Median
$65K
75th
$100K
90th
$146K
Highest Paying States for Advertising Sales Agents
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $111,590 |
| New York | $111,380 |
| District of Columbia | $94,310 |
| California | $90,780 |
| Massachusetts | $90,640 |
| Colorado | $89,370 |
| Nebraska | $88,100 |
| Utah | $87,110 |
| Michigan | $84,030 |
| Illinois | $79,460 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Advertising Sales Agents salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $111,590 per year, while Illinois has an average of $79,460 — a difference of $32,130. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Advertising Sales Agents
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 91,700 workers were employed as Advertising Sales Agentss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Sales and Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $80,670 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 41-3011