As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Recruiter II in the United States is $36, which translates to an annual salary of about $74,812.
However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:
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A Recruiter II'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, education, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Recruiter II'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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Recruiter I | 0-2 years | $59,684 |
| Recruiter II | 2-4 years | $74,812 |
| Recruiter III | 4-7 years | $90,002 |
| Recruiter IV | 7+ years | $114,660 |
| Recruiting Supervisor | 7+ years | $77,175 |
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Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Recruiter IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Demanded Skills for the Role:
| Skills | Demand Percentage |
|---|---|
| Interviewing | 6.11% |
| Microsoft Office | 2.75% |
| HRIS | 1.23% |
| Skill | Salary | Salary % Increase |
|---|---|---|
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Analysis
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$79,301 |
6%
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Insight
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$79,301 |
6%
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Workday
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$78,553 |
5%
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Partnering
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$77,804 |
4%
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Consulting
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$77,804 |
4%
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Leadership
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$77,804 |
4%
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Recruiter II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $83,677. While startup companies pay approximate $70,765.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $70,765 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $74,845 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $80,806 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $83,677 |
For Recruiter II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Recruiter positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Recruiter II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $89,774 | $43.0 | 20% |
Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Recruiter IIs enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.
According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Recruiter II with a Associate's Degree is between $73,164 and $77,798).
Recruiter II Salaries by Degree Level
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 1.0% |
| High School | 8.9% |
| Associates | 8.2% |
| Bachelors | 60.9% |
| Masters | 20.0% |
| Doctorate | 1.0% |
Understanding how a Recruiter II'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.
Last Updated on July 01, 2026Salaries for a Recruiter II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $68,727 in 2023 to around $68,779 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Recruiter II salary trends, .
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| 2023 | $68,727 |
| 2024 | $68,912 |
| 2025 | $68,779 |
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The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Recruiter II roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.
Attracts, evaluates, and refers candidates for open positions through recruiting website, employee referrals, on-site recruiting, search firms and other sourcing methods. Develops job advertisements and screens resumes/applications. Contacts candidates to ascertain fit, and schedules interviews. Extends offers and negotiates compensation. Initiates onboarding plan for new hires. Ensures assigned positions are filled efficiently and effectively. May facilitate orientation for new employees and perform exit interviews for employees leaving the organization. May require a bachelor's degree in human resources. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
Interviewing: The ability and process of conducting a conversation to gather information to facilitate all kinds of decision-making.
Microsoft Office: Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
HRIS: HRIS is a management system designed specifically to provide managers with information to make HR decisions. Is a system that lets you keep track of all your employees and information about them.
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