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Job outlook for insurance advisers in the United States
Insurance adviser job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected insurance adviser job growth rate is 6% from 2018-2028.
About 32,900 new jobs for insurance advisers are projected over the next decade.
Insurance adviser salaries have increased 4% for insurance advisers in the last 5 years.
There are over 9,743 insurance advisers currently employed in the United States.
There are 47,713 active insurance adviser job openings in the US.
The average insurance adviser salary is $66,816.
Are insurance adviser jobs in demand?
Insurance adviser job and salary trends over time
Insurance adviser jobs over time
Insurance adviser job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 9,743 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 9,452 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 9,454 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 9,080 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 8,907 | 0.00% |
Average insurance adviser salary over time
Insurance adviser salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $66,816 | $32.12 | +2.4% |
| 2024 | $65,228 | $31.36 | +0.7% |
| 2023 | $64,792 | $31.15 | +1.8% |
| 2022 | $63,653 | $30.60 | --0.6% |
| 2021 | $64,011 | $30.77 | +3.7% |
Insurance adviser jobs by state
Most common states for insurance advisers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vermont | 623,657 | 68 | 11% |
| 2 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 78 | 9% |
| 3 | Alaska | 739,795 | 62 | 8% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 57 | 8% |
| 5 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 47 | 8% |
| 6 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 215 | 7% |
| 7 | Mississippi | 2,984,100 | 207 | 7% |
| 8 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 128 | 7% |
| 9 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 77 | 7% |
| 10 | Delaware | 961,939 | 66 | 7% |
| 11 | Louisiana | 4,684,333 | 299 | 6% |
| 12 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 62 | 6% |
| 13 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 332 | 5% |
| 14 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 291 | 5% |
| 15 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 247 | 5% |
| 16 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 151 | 5% |
| 17 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 89 | 5% |
| 18 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 176 | 4% |
| 19 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 129 | 4% |
| 20 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 48 | 4% |
Most common cities for insurance advisers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Richardson | 2 | 2% | $67,216 |
| 2 | Saint Louis | 3 | 1% | $63,250 |
| 3 | Chandler | 2 | 1% | $70,275 |
| 4 | Cincinnati | 2 | 1% | $68,618 |
| 5 | New Orleans | 2 | 1% | $59,321 |
| 6 | Pittsburgh | 2 | 1% | $67,551 |
| 7 | Plano | 2 | 1% | $67,169 |
| 8 | Salt Lake City | 2 | 1% | $58,970 |
| 9 | Phoenix | 3 | 0% | $70,340 |
| 10 | Portland | 3 | 0% | $89,941 |
| 11 | Atlanta | 2 | 0% | $59,892 |
| 12 | Chicago | 2 | 0% | $62,709 |
| 13 | Columbus | 2 | 0% | $69,294 |
| 14 | Fresno | 2 | 0% | $77,251 |
| 15 | Houston | 2 | 0% | $68,167 |
| 16 | Las Vegas | 2 | 0% | $60,287 |
| 17 | Oklahoma City | 2 | 0% | $57,592 |
| 18 | Sacramento | 2 | 0% | $79,488 |
| 19 | Anchorage | 1 | 0% | $61,264 |
| 20 | Austin | 1 | 0% | $68,390 |
Insurance Adviser job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of insurance adviser experts
Butler University
Tom Faulconer JD, CPCU, CLU, ChFC, CASL,CFP(r)
Clinical ProfessorButler University
Insurance
What general advice would you give to an Insurance Adviser?
Tom Faulconer JD, CPCU, CLU, ChFC, CASL,CFP(r): That depends on the type of agent the person is. Most of us deal with agents who sell personal lines, such as auto and home and life insurance. Their day is filled with prospecting for new clients, appointments to review current insurance with current clients, service work such as adding autos and changing addresses, and, helping take and resolve claims. Some agents specialize in commercial lines. They spend their days prospecting as well, but also work very closely with their clients on a regular basis to assure their insurance program is appropriate. This is because commercial clients usually have very large insurance policies, make frequent changes, and have lots of service work. Plus, the relationship is the key in commercial lines.
What Insurance Adviser skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Tom Faulconer JD, CPCU, CLU, ChFC, CASL,CFP(r): Being an agent provides freedom. Most agents set their own hours meaning there is time for family and other activities. Of course, since it is a commission-based position, the harder you work, the more you make! Plus, property and casualty agents (home, auto and commercial lines) can build up their client list to the point where they make a very good living just off renewal commissions. At that point, an agent can truly work whenever they want and still get paid. (That takes a few years to get to, though.)
As to dislikes, being a commissioned salesperson is difficult for some people. And the freedom that comes with being an agent is a double-edged sword. If someone takes advantage and doesn't work very hard, they won't last very long! And, depending on the company, etc., paperwork can be pretty extensive!
What will help Insurance Advisers increase their earning potential?
Tom Faulconer JD, CPCU, CLU, ChFC, CASL,CFP(r): Being an agent provides freedom. Most agents set their own hours meaning there is time for family and other activities. Of course, since it is a commission-based position, the harder you work, the more you make! Plus, property and casualty agents (home, auto and commercial lines) can build up their client list to the point where they make a very good living just off renewal commissions. At that point, an agent can truly work whenever they want and still get paid. (That takes a few years to get to, though.) As to dislikes, being a commissioned salesperson is difficult for some people. And the freedom that comes with being an agent is a double-edged sword. If someone takes advantage and doesn't work very hard, they won't last very long! And, depending on the company, etc., paperwork can be pretty extensive!