Something big is coming to the independent insurance world this September, and you’re going to want in on it.

On September 4, we’re launching Agency Compensation 360, the first-ever, multi-state compensation survey built specifically for independent insurance agencies and powered by Big “I” associations. This isn’t just another generic industry report – it’s your chance to get real, independent agency-specific salary, benefits, and commission data that you can actually use.

Why this is a game changer for independent agents

Let’s be honest, up until now, getting accurate compensation data for independent agencies has been tough. Most of what’s out there mashes all kinds of insurance data together, making it hard to figure out how you really stack up.

With Agency Compensation 360, that changes. You’ll be able to compare your agency’s numbers with others of similar size and location, giving you a clear, accurate view of where you stand. Want to know how agencies your size in your region are paying producers? Or how benefits and PTO compare? You’ll finally have answers.

And the best part? If you take the survey, you get free access to the interactive dashboard when results go live in early November – a $2,500 value. You can filter the data by state, region, agency size, role, and more to get exactly the insights you need.

What’s in it for you

By participating, you’ll get:

• Salary & commission ranges that are actually relevant to independent agencies
• Benefits & PTO trends that show what’s competitive right now
• Insights into remote work adoption
• A peek at 2026 staffing forecasts so you can plan ahead

We can’t do it without you!

Here’s the thing – the more agents who take the survey, the more powerful and accurate the results will be. Your input will help create a more robust, insightful Agency Compensation 360 dashboard that benefits you and the entire independent agency community.

September 4 is compensation survey day. Look for more details in your inbox from the IIAW on how to complete the Agency Compensation 360 survey to access the results dashboard in November.

This is your opportunity to shape the data, see where see where your agency stands, and make smarter decisions for your business. Don’t miss it.

Launch Date: September 4

Results Available: Early November