Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service
SOC code 43-2011 · Office and Administrative Support Occupations
National employment
34,280
Mean annual wage
$42,300
Mean hourly wage
$20.34
Median annual wage
$38,630
Median hourly wage
$18.57
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $29,990 | $14.42 |
| 25th percentile | $34,820 | $16.74 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $38,630 | $18.57 |
| 75th percentile | $46,530 | $22.37 |
| 90th percentile | $59,470 | $28.59 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.