Advertising Sales Agent Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Advertising Sales Agents in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$98,360
per year
Hourly Rate
$47.29
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+52% vs US median
US median $64,820
State Rank
#2 of 48
13,570 employed here

How much does an Advertising Sales Agent make in New York?

An Advertising Sales Agent working in New York earns a median salary of $98,360 per year, or about $47.29 per hour. That is 52% above the national median of $64,820 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $49,560 while the top 10% make $178,600 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $67,300 and $134,140 a year.

Advertising Sales Agent salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$49,560$23.83
25th percentile (early career)$67,300$32.36
50th percentile (median)$98,360$47.29
75th percentile (experienced)$134,140$64.49
90th percentile (top earners)$178,600$85.87

How New York compares

New York ranks 2nd out of 48 states and territories for Advertising Sales Agent pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$101,320
2New York$98,360
3Massachusetts$80,500
4California$80,360
5District of Columbia$75,030

Working as an Advertising Sales Agent in New York

Nationally, about 92,000 people work as Advertising Sales Agents in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($98,360) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Advertising Sales Agent make in New York?
The median Advertising Sales Agent salary in New York is $98,360 per year, or about $47.29 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $49,560 at the entry level to $178,600 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Advertising Sales Agents about 52% more than the national median of $64,820. New York ranks 2nd out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Advertising Sales Agents?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $98,360 a year. About 13,570 Advertising Sales Agents are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.