Receptionist Salary
The short answer
The median pay for receptionists and information clerks in the U.S. was $38,010 a year ($18.27 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $28,760 and $49,950.
Pay range
- Lower pay (10% earn less)
- $28,760
- Middle (median)
- $38,010
- Higher pay (10% earn more)
- $49,950
- Median per hour
- $18.27
Government category: Receptionists and Information Clerks. National figures for May 2025; pay in your area may be higher or lower.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a receptionist make?
The median pay for receptionists and information clerks in the U.S. was $38,010 a year ($18.27 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $28,760 and $49,950.
Can I earn this working part-time?
The figures above are for all workers, most of them full-time. Part-time pay is usually quoted per hour; the median hourly wage was $18.27. Check each listing for its exact pay and hours.