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Job outlook for corporate receptionists in the United States
Corporate receptionist job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected corporate receptionist job growth rate is 0% from 2018-2028.
About 4,300 new jobs for corporate receptionists are projected over the next decade.
Corporate receptionist salaries have increased 11% for corporate receptionists in the last 5 years.
There are over 662,713 corporate receptionists currently employed in the United States.
There are 60,050 active corporate receptionist job openings in the US.
The average corporate receptionist salary is $37,389.
Are corporate receptionist jobs in demand?
Corporate receptionist job and salary trends over time
Corporate receptionist jobs over time
Corporate receptionist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 662,713 | 0.20% |
| 2020 | 652,999 | 0.19% |
| 2019 | 713,052 | 0.21% |
| 2018 | 704,425 | 0.21% |
| 2017 | 685,654 | 0.21% |
Average corporate receptionist salary over time
Corporate receptionist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,389 | $17.98 | +3.5% |
| 2024 | $36,115 | $17.36 | +3.1% |
| 2023 | $35,022 | $16.84 | +2.6% |
| 2022 | $34,120 | $16.40 | +1.7% |
| 2021 | $33,555 | $16.13 | +2.3% |
Corporate receptionist jobs by state
Most common states for corporate receptionists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 99 | 14% |
| 2 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 381 | 12% |
| 3 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,007 | 11% |
| 4 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 788 | 11% |
| 5 | Delaware | 961,939 | 106 | 11% |
| 6 | Alaska | 739,795 | 84 | 11% |
| 7 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 759 | 10% |
| 8 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 343 | 10% |
| 9 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 107 | 10% |
| 10 | Florida | 20,984,400 | 1,856 | 9% |
| 11 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 274 | 9% |
| 12 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 100 | 9% |
| 13 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 522 | 8% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 469 | 8% |
| 15 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 340 | 8% |
| 16 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 107 | 8% |
| 17 | New York | 19,849,399 | 1,454 | 7% |
| 18 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 939 | 7% |
| 19 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 929 | 7% |
| 20 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 433 | 7% |
Most common cities for corporate receptionists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akron | 1 | 1% | $37,969 |
| 2 | Bellevue | 1 | 1% | $45,318 |
| 3 | Cambridge | 1 | 1% | $45,586 |
| 4 | Seattle | 2 | 0% | $45,345 |
| 5 | Chicago | 1 | 0% | $41,774 |
| 6 | Irvine | 1 | 0% | $39,038 |
| 7 | Scottsdale | 1 | 0% | $39,010 |
| 8 | Tampa | 1 | 0% | $38,530 |
Corporate Receptionist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of corporate receptionist experts
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Ohio University - Lancaster Campus
Christi Patton Luks
Professor (NTT) and Associate Chair for Academic AffairsMissouri University of Science & Technology
Linda & Bipin Doshi Department of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Corporate Receptionist job market given the pandemic?
Christi Patton Luks: I think that the pandemic has proven to everyone that online education can work. I think this will increase the number of undergraduates that want to take a course or two online while they are working on internship or co-op positions and professionals returning to school virtually for additional credentials and training. Some engineering jobs have been moved to work-from-home successfully, but many still need to be on site. Flexibility will continue, however.
What's a good job out of college for Corporate Receptionists?
Christi Patton Luks: A good job out of college is one that can be adapted to the individual's skills and interests and encourages them to stretch. Frequently, students think they want to work in a particular type of job. Once they have it, they discover that it was not what they thought it would be. Many companies rotate new employees through a variety of positions. Those are great for helping people find their own hidden talents. I know that I have discovered abilities that I would not have even attempted when I was 20.
Brandy Bailey
Career CoachOhio University - Lancaster Campus
Student Services, Career Services
What soft skills should all Corporate Receptionists possess?
Brandy Bailey: Soft skills may vary depending on the employer, industry, and personal opinions. My biggest ones are communication skills, adaptability, self-awareness, teamwork, problem-solving, intercultural competency, creativity or innovation, and time management.