Insurance Sales Agents Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $47,100 -22% vs national
Median hourly $22.65
10th percentile $35,150
90th percentile $96,100
Employed locally 250
National median $60,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,150
    25th
    $37,060
    50th (median)
    $47,100
    75th
    $53,670
    90th
    $96,100

    Top-paying metros for Insurance Sales Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $89,030
    Waterbury-Shelton, CT $86,170
    Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area $84,830
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $82,090
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $81,890
    Sioux Falls, SD-MN $81,730

    Related occupations in Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers$27,390
    Retail Salespersons$28,240
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$62,020
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$43,240
    Parts Salespersons$46,830
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel$60,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Insurance Sales Agents make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Insurance Sales Agents in Southwest Iowa is $22.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.50 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Iowa above or below average for Insurance Sales Agents salaries?

    The median Insurance Sales Agents salary in Southwest Iowa is 22% below the national median of $60,370. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Insurance Sales Agents in Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Insurance Sales Agents (10th percentile) earn around $35,150 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,060.