Insurance Sales Agents

Starting Salary

$30,057
NC Triangle area

Median Annual Wage

$58,371
NC Triangle area
58
% High School/Some College
37
% Bachelor's Degree

Job Outlook

+14%
NC Triangle area

Annual Job Openings

1,590
NC Triangle area
Insurance sales agents sell one or more types of insurance to customers on the behalf of an insurance company or independent insurance agent. Agents may specialize in one line of insurance such as life, accident, health, or long term care insurance. Agents create benefit packages tailored for customer needs and educate them on policies.

Depending on employment, agents may earn base salary, commission opportunities, or both. This career may also offer flexibility by working as a part-time or full-time insurance sales agent. Agents may also have an opportunity for upward mobility for promotions. Become an insurance sales agent today and make a difference in the community by improving the health and well-being of North Carolina residents.