Telemarketers Salary (2025)
Based on 58,430 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,040 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $29,640 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $35,450 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $40,230 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $50,350 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$27K
25th
$30K
Median
$35K
75th
$40K
90th
$50K
Highest Paying States for Telemarketers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Colorado | $51,400 |
| Connecticut | $48,240 |
| California | $47,160 |
| Minnesota | $46,130 |
| Arizona | $45,880 |
| Massachusetts | $45,740 |
| New York | $45,570 |
| Oregon | $42,040 |
| Illinois | $41,810 |
| Virginia | $41,130 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Telemarketers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Colorado at an average of $51,400 per year, while Virginia has an average of $41,130 — a difference of $10,270. 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 Telemarketers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 58,430 workers were employed as Telemarketerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Sales and Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $37,370 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 41-9041