Appointments and Front Desk Salary in the United States

How much does an Appointments and Front Desk make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Appointments and Front Desk in the United States is $40,093 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, an Appointments and Front Desk's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,612
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,568 to $43,506
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,447

Key Factors That Influence Appointments and Front Desk Salaries

An Appointments and Front Desk's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Appointments and Front Desk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Appointments and Front Desk's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $37,670
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $38,604
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,188
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,946
  • Expert (over 8 years): $41,041
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Appointments and Front Desk less than 1 year $37,670
Early Career Level Appointments and Front Desk 1-2 years $38,604
Mid-Level Level Appointments and Front Desk 2-4 years $40,188
Senior-Level Level Appointments and Front Desk 5-8 years $40,946
Expert Level Appointments and Front Desk over 8 years $41,041

Top Paying Cities for Appointments and Front Desk

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $50,570
  • San Francisco: $50,016
  • Oakland: $48,962

Appointments and Front Desk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Appointments and Front Desk roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Hospitality & Leisure, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Appointments and Front Desk positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Appointments and Front Desk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Appointments and Front Desk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure $48,112 $23.0 20%

Appointments and Front Desk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Appointments and Front Desk's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$35,568
Average $40,093/year
$43,506
$2,964
Average $3,341/month
$3,625
$684
Average $771/week
$837
$17
Average $19/hour
$21
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $43,506 $3,625 $837 $21
Average $40,093 $3,341 $771 $19
25th Percentile $35,568 $2,964 $684 $17

Most common benefits for Appointments and Front Desk

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Appointments and Front Desk

Here are companies hiring for Appointments and Front Desk and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Appointments and Front Desk Job

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FAQ about Appointments and Front Desk

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Appointments and Front Desk?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Appointments and Front Desk roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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