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Reservation sales agent salary

Average reservation sales agent salary

$35,459

$17.05 hourly rate

Entry-level reservation sales agent salary
$31,000 yearly salary
Updated January 8, 2025

Average Reservation Sales Agent Salary

The average salary for a Reservation Sales Agent is approximately $35,459 per year. This figure may vary based on factors such as location, experience, and the specific industry. For example, agents working in travel agencies might see different salary ranges compared to those in hospitality settings.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry-level positions often start around $28,000, while those with several years in the field can earn upwards of $45,000 annually. Experience plays a significant role in determining salary, with seasoned agents typically commanding higher pay due to developed skills and customer service expertise.

Top Paying States

Geographic location also impacts earnings. States like California and New York frequently offer higher salaries due to the cost of living and demand for skilled agents. Understanding where to apply can enhance your earning potential significantly.

Job Opportunities

Various job listings cater to aspiring reservation sales agents, with prospects in airlines, hotels, and rental services. By leveraging this information, job seekers can make informed career decisions and find positions that align with their salary expectations.

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Where can a Reservation Sales Agent earn more?

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Columbus, OH$40,492
Kansas City, MO$34,630
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Aspen Snowmass$40,396
Crescent Hotels & Resorts$34,641

Reservation sales agent salaries by experience level

Reservation sales agent salary estimates from across the web

Based on the latest salary information compiled by Zippia, Salary.com, Glassdoor, SalaryExpert and Comparably, the average salary for a reservation sales agent typically falls between $35,388 and $50,745.
zippia
$35,459yearly
glassdoor[1]
$44,215yearly
comparably[2]
$50,745yearly
Salary.com[3]
$35,388yearly
SalaryExpert[4]
$43,244yearly

Average reservation sales agent salary by state

The highest-paying states for reservation sales agents are New Mexico, Arkansas, and Minnesota. The lowest average reservation sales agent salary states are Utah, Maine, and Kansas.

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Highest paying states for reservation sales agents

RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Arkansas$40,269$19.36
2New Mexico$40,478$19.46
3Arizona$36,379$17.49
4Mississippi$35,800$17.21
5South Carolina$36,996$17.79
6Minnesota$39,556$19.02
7Texas$36,763$17.67
8Indiana$36,894$17.74
9Missouri$34,617$16.64
10Pennsylvania$35,289$16.97
11Illinois$38,154$18.34
12Kentucky$36,858$17.72
13Oklahoma$35,110$16.88
14Rhode Island$34,749$16.71
15North Carolina$36,431$17.51
16West Virginia$36,052$17.33
17Hawaii$39,543$19.01
18Georgia$36,298$17.45
19Delaware$34,551$16.61
20California$37,404$17.98
21Virginia$37,070$17.82
22North Dakota$34,477$16.58
23Tennessee$33,637$16.17
24Alabama$34,131$16.41
25Colorado$34,132$16.41
26Washington$35,289$16.97
27Nevada$32,747$15.74
28Idaho$33,154$15.94
29Ohio$30,946$14.88
30Florida$33,546$16.13
31Nebraska$31,591$15.19
32Oregon$33,030$15.88
33Alaska$35,340$16.99
34New Jersey$34,772$16.72
35Wisconsin$32,926$15.83
36Connecticut$34,351$16.51
37Michigan$31,371$15.08
38Massachusetts$33,642$16.17
39Maryland$34,563$16.62
40New York$33,836$16.27
41District of Columbia$34,426$16.55
42Louisiana$29,742$14.30
43Vermont$30,404$14.62
44Utah$29,058$13.97
45Wyoming$28,396$13.65
46Montana$28,415$13.66
47Iowa$31,296$15.05
48New Hampshire$29,707$14.28
49South Dakota$28,452$13.68
50Kansas$28,788$13.84
51Maine$28,904$13.90

Highest paying cities for reservation sales agents

The highest-paying cities for reservation sales agents are Albuquerque, NM, Little Rock, AR, and Urban Honolulu, HI.

RankCityAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Albuquerque, NM$40,492$19.47
2Little Rock, AR$40,260$19.36
3Urban Honolulu, HI$39,540$19.01
4Bloomington, MN$39,531$19.01
5Springfield, IL$38,002$18.27
6San Diego, CA$37,435$18.00
7Richmond, VA$37,085$17.83
8Columbia, SC$37,031$17.80
9Indianapolis, IN$36,842$17.71
10Austin, TX$36,752$17.67
11Charlotte, NC$36,405$17.50
12Phoenix, AZ$36,379$17.49
13Atlanta, GA$36,325$17.46
14Jackson, MS$35,779$17.20
15Anchorage, AK$35,387$17.01
16Spokane, WA$35,304$16.97
17Philadelphia, PA$35,286$16.96
18Tulsa, OK$35,113$16.88
19East Providence, RI$34,741$16.70
20Kansas City, MO$34,630$16.65

Reservation sales agent salary details

A reservation sales agent's salary ranges from $31,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $40,000 at the 90th percentile.

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Average reservation sales agent salary graph, trends, and summary

What is a reservation sales agent's salary?

PercentileAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rate
90th Percentile$40,000$3,333$19
75th Percentile$37,000$3,083$18
Average$35,459$2,955$17
25th Percentile$33,000$2,750$16
10th Percentile$31,000$2,583$15

Highest paying reservation sales agent jobs

The highest paying types of reservation sales agents are agent, train clerk, and gate agent.

Job titleAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rateJob openings
Agent$37,864$3,155$18.20184,325
Ticket Agent$28,940$2,412$13.9128,958
Transportation Clerk$27,742$2,312$13.3474,250
Ramp Agent$30,721$2,560$14.7726,619
Passenger Service Agent$29,675$2,473$14.2734,592
Ramp Service Agent$30,094$2,508$14.4732,628

Which companies pay reservation sales agents the most?

Reservation sales agent salaries at Aspen Snowmass and National Railroad Passenger Corporation are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average reservation sales agent salary at companies like Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Vacasa are highly competitive.

RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rate
1Aspen Snowmass$40,396$19.42
2National Railroad Passenger Corporation$36,564$17.58
3Wyndham Hotels & Resorts$35,594$17.11
4Vacasa$35,579$17.11
5Hyatt Hotels$35,576$17.10
6U-Haul$35,527$17.08
7Auberge Resorts Collection$35,447$17.04
8Pebble Beach Resorts$35,379$17.01
9Hotel Services$35,338$16.99
10Montage Hotels & Resorts$35,336$16.99
11Winter Park Resort$35,199$16.92
12AAA Northeast$35,165$16.91
13Rancho Valencia$35,117$16.88
14Alterra Mountain$34,921$16.79
15Pyramid Hotel Group$34,872$16.77
16Cliff House$34,833$16.75
17American Queen Voyages$34,825$16.74
18Marriott International$34,773$16.72
19The Walt Disney Company$34,710$16.69
20Crescent Hotels & Resorts$34,641$16.65

Wage gap by gender, race and education

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Reservation Sales Agent salary by industry

The average reservation sales agent salary varies across industries:

  • The average reservation sales agent salary in the media industry is $34,741, the highest of any industry.
  • The average reservation sales agent salary in the finance industry is $34,716.
  • Reservation sales agents in the transportation industry earn an average salary of $34,563, the lowest of any industry.

Highest paying industries for reservation sales agents

RankIndustryAverage salaryHourly rate
1Media$34,741$16.70
2Hospitality$34,716$16.69
3Technology$34,569$16.62
4Transportation$34,563$16.62

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Reservation sales agent salary trends

The average reservation sales agent salary has risen by $5,513 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average reservation sales agent earned $29,946 annually, but today, they earn $35,459 a year. That works out to a 12% change in pay for reservation sales agents over the last decade.

Compare reservation sales agent salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.

Average reservation sales agent salary over time

Compare reservation sales agent salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.

Reservation sales agent salary by year

YearAvg. salaryHourly rate% Change
2025$35,500$17.05+2.7%
2024$34,500$16.59+3.0%
2023$33,500$16.09+2.5%
2022$32,600$15.69+2.9%
2021$31,700$15.23+0.2%

Recently added reservation sales agent salaries

CompanyJobLocationDate addedSalary
Carnival CorporationCunard Reservation Sales and Support Agent-Remote-USSeattle, WA06/25/2025$34,122
Crystal Springs ResortReservations Sales AgentHamburg, NJ06/20/2025$35,479
Seaside Inn RentalsReservations Sales AgentNorth Myrtle Beach, SC05/24/2025$29,218
Evans HotelsReservation Sales Agent (PM) (Agente de Ventas de Reservas)San Diego, CA05/24/2025$46,331
HiltonReservations Sales Agent-Waldorf Astoria ChicagoChicago, IL05/17/2025$48,001
Pebble Beach ResortsReservations Sales AgentPacific Grove, CA05/11/2025$41,740
AlaskaairReservations Sales Agent (Work From Home Idaho)Boise, ID04/30/2025$41,698
AlaskaairReservations Sales Agent (Work From Home Washington)SeaTac, WA04/30/2025$41,698
Crystal Springs ServicesReservations Sales AgentHamburg, NJ04/28/2025$35,479
AlaskaairReservations Sales Agent (Work From Home Arizona)Phoenix, AZ04/28/2025$41,698

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