Insurance Sales Agents vs. Cashiers: Who Earns More?
Insurance Sales Agentss out-earn Cashierss by $29K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Insurance Sales Agentss land at $62,280 and Cashierss at $32,880. The education gap is real: insurance sales agent programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while cashier programs require no formal educational credential. Top-paying state for Insurance Sales Agentss is District of Columbia ($84,530); for Cashierss it's District of Columbia ($38,880).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Insurance Sales Agents median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Insurance Sales Agentss or Cashierss?
Insurance Sales Agentss earn more nationally. The median is $62,280 for Insurance Sales Agentss versus $32,880 for Cashierss, a difference of $29K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Insurance Sales Agents or Cashiers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Insurance Sales Agents or Cashiers?
Insurance Sales Agents typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Cashiers requires no formal educational credential. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Insurance Sales Agentss get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Insurance Sales Agentss at $84,530/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Insurance Sales Agents vs. Cashiers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Insurance Sales Agentss earn $84,530 vs. $38,880 for Cashierss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.