What is the average hourly wage for Travel Agents?

The median hourly wage for Travel Agents is $21.14 per hour. This translates to approximately $43,980 per year working full-time.

What states pay Travel Agents the most?

Salaries for Travel Agents vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a travel agent?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Travel Agents Salary

Name: Travel Agents Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$43,980

$21.14 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$23,309 - $75,646

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

70,160

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Travel Agents Salary by Percentile

$23,309 $75,646

10th pct Median: $43,980 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$23,309	$11.21
25th Percentile	$31,666	$15.22
50th (Median)	$43,980	$21.14
75th Percentile	$60,692	$29.18
90th (Top Earners)	$75,646	$36.37
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Travel Agents

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$58,054	$27.91
2	California (CA)	$54,975	$26.43
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$53,656	$25.80
4	New York (NY)	$53,656	$25.80
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$52,776	$25.37
6	Connecticut (CT)	$51,896	$24.95
7	Maryland (MD)	$51,896	$24.95
8	Hawaii (HI)	$50,577	$24.32
9	Alaska (AK)	$49,258	$23.68
10	Washington (WA)	$49,258	$23.68
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Travel Agents

Travel Agents work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the sales sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Travel Agents

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

1,718,700

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Travel Agents make?

The median annual salary for Travel Agents is $43,980 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $23,309, while the top 10% earn $75,646 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Travel Agents?

Travel Agents earn a median hourly wage of $21.14 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $43,980 annually.

Is Travel Agents a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $43,980, Travel Agents represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Travel Agents need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.