Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes Salary (2025)
Based on 12,620 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $48,010 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $63,670 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $82,890 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $146,430 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $284,570 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$64K
Median
$83K
75th
$146K
90th
$285K
Highest Paying States for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Florida | $178,340 |
| California | $159,240 |
| Connecticut | $138,010 |
| New York | $134,200 |
| Colorado | $115,420 |
| Washington | $114,000 |
| Tennessee | $113,350 |
| Arkansas | $107,330 |
| New Jersey | $104,670 |
| New Hampshire | $94,130 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Florida at an average of $178,340 per year, while New Hampshire has an average of $94,130 — a difference of $84,210. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12,620 workers were employed as Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletess in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Business and Financial Operations Occupations. The annual mean wage of $141,580 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 13-1011