Advertising Sales Agents Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,040 -26.7% vs national
Median hourly $21.65
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $97,700
Employed locally 50
National median $61,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $38,450
    50th (median)
    $45,040
    75th
    $79,650
    90th
    $97,700

    Top-paying metros for Advertising Sales Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $97,810
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $95,530
    New York $94,990
    Ogden, UT $93,430
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $92,310
    Lincoln, NE $83,830

    Related occupations in Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Retail Salespersons$34,690
    Cashiers$32,300
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$48,450
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$64,750
    Counter and Rental Clerks$39,450
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel$63,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Advertising Sales Agents make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Advertising Sales Agents in Southwest New York is $21.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.23 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Advertising Sales Agents salaries?

    The median Advertising Sales Agents salary in Southwest New York is 26.7% below the national median of $61,460. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Advertising Sales Agents in Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Advertising Sales Agents (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,450.