Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Insurance Agent jobs in Newark, NJ

123 insurance agents employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $72,350 median · 25% above the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Insurance Agent pay in Newark, NJ

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Newark metro. Half of Insurance Agents earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $52,711 $72,350 $92,108
25th$52,711 Median$72,350 75th$92,108 vs US25% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Insurance Agent salary guide →

Insurance Agent pay bands in Newark by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Entry Level Insurance Agent

Typical entry level band in Newark
Example (illustrative)
Location
Newark, NJ
Typical pay range
$69,094–$82,189
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Insurance Agent

Typical staff band in Newark
Example (illustrative)
Location
Newark, NJ
Typical pay range
$62,582–$84,794
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Insurance Agent

Typical mid level band in Newark
Example (illustrative)
Location
Newark, NJ
Typical pay range
$64,753–$90,003
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Insurance Agent

Typical entry level band in Newark
Example (illustrative)
Location
Newark, NJ
Typical pay range
$61,497–$87,398
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Insurance Agent

Typical staff band in Newark
Example (illustrative)
Location
Newark, NJ
Typical pay range
$68,009–$91,305
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Insurance Agent Career Ladder — Newark Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Newark’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Insurance Agent0–2 yrs$52,092
  2. Mid Insurance Agent2–5 yrs$68,732
  3. Senior Insurance Agent5–8 yrs$86,820
  4. Staff Insurance Agent8–12 yrs$104,907
  5. Lead Insurance Agent12+ yrs$122,995

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Insurance Agent hiring market in Newark

  • Wells Fargo
  • Fidelity
  • JPMorgan Chase
  • Bank of America
  • Vanguard

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Newark post Insurance Agent jobs

Employers in the Newark metro typically post Insurance Agent roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Newark Employers Actually Ask Insurance Agents

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Insurance Agent in Newark, NJ — Common Questions

How much does a Insurance Agent earn in Newark, NJ?
Median $72,350/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $52,711–$92,108. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Insurance Agent jobs are there in Newark?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 123 Insurance Agent roles employed in the Newark metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Newark employers use for Insurance Agent?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Insurance Agent jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Insurance Agent openings in Newark and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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