What are the main factors that influence a Recruiting Associate's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Recruiting Associate?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Recruiting Associate roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Recruiting Associate's salary?

A Recruiting Associate's salary grows with experience: a Recruiter I (0-2 years)earns $60,539, a Recruiting Associate (2-4 years)earns $75,883, a Recruiter III (4-7 years)earns $91,291, a Recruiter IV (7+ years)earns $116,302, a Recruiting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $78,280,

What are the highest paying states for a Recruiting Associate?

Recruiting Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Recruiting Associate roles are District of Columbia $80,325, California $80,021, Massachusetts $78,954. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Recruiting Associate roles make?

Salaries for Recruiting Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Director of Recruiting: $157,006; Recruiting Director: $148,043; Head Of Recruiting: $147,225; Sales and Recruiting Associate: $99,640; Recruiting Researcher: $90,133.

Recruiting Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Recruiting Associate make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Recruiting Associate in Delaware is $73,470 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Recruiting Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,723
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,884 to $77,790
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,336

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Recruiting Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,790	$6,482	$1,496	$37
Average	$73,470	$6,122	$1,413	$35
25th Percentile	$61,884	$5,157	$1,190	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Recruiting Associate Salaries

A Recruiting Associate'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 Recruiting Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Recruiting Associate'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): $60,539
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,883
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,291
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,302
Expert (over 8 years): $78,280

Levels	Salary
Recruiter... Level Recruiting Associate	$60,539
Recruitin... Level Recruiting Associate	$75,883
Recruiter... Level Recruiting Associate	$91,291
Recruiter... Level Recruiting Associate	$116,302
Recruitin... Level Recruiting Associate	$78,280

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How Do Recruiting Associate Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Recruiting Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,325.
California: $80,021.
Massachusetts: $78,954.

District of Columbia $80,325 California $80,021 Massachusetts $78,954 Washington $78,664 New Jersey $78,635 Alaska $78,534 Connecticut $77,532 New York $77,126

Hawaii $75,827 Rhode Island $75,218 Maryland $74,805 Minnesota $74,239 Colorado $74,021 Illinois $73,948 Oregon $73,673 Delaware $73,470

New Hampshire $73,342 Virginia $73,056 Pennsylvania $72,222 Nevada $71,801 North Dakota $71,663 Michigan $71,446 Wisconsin $71,366 Vermont $71,206

Texas $70,764 Maine $70,735 Arizona $70,691 Ohio $70,640 Georgia $69,973 Indiana $69,639 Wyoming $69,574 Utah $69,472

Iowa $69,429 Kansas $69,080 Louisiana $68,979 North Carolina $68,943 Missouri $68,928 Florida $68,645 Montana $68,493 Nebraska $68,348

Kentucky $68,268 South Carolina $67,978 Tennessee $67,796 Idaho $67,724 New Mexico $67,194 Oklahoma $67,078 Alabama $66,650 South Dakota $65,932

Arkansas $65,540 West Virginia $65,330 Mississippi $64,699

Top Paying Cities for Recruiting Associates

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:

Lincoln: $73,139
Little Creek: $73,674
Magnolia: $73,568

Lincoln, DE $73,139 Little Creek, DE $73,674 Magnolia, DE $73,568 Milford, DE $73,325 Marydel, DE $73,445 Millsboro, DE $72,832 Millville, DE $72,944 Milton, DE $73,071

Nassau, DE $73,124 Ocean View, DE $72,932 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,072 Seaford, DE $73,113 Selbyville, DE $72,811 Smyrna, DE $73,725 Viola, DE $73,386 Woodside, DE $73,583

Bear, DE $73,413 Newark, DE $73,386 Claymont, DE $73,536 Delaware City, DE $73,459 Hockessin, DE $73,379 Kirkwood, DE $73,445 Middletown, DE $73,473 Montchanin, DE $73,396

New Castle, DE $73,407 Odessa, DE $73,510 Port Penn, DE $73,559 Rockland, DE $73,403 Saint Georges, DE $73,450 Townsend, DE $73,563 Winterthur, DE $73,412 Lewes, DE $73,099

Wilmington, DE $73,383 Dover, DE $73,674 Dover Afb, DE $73,286 Bethany Beach, DE $72,855 Bethel, DE $72,931 Bridgeville, DE $73,103 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,467 Cheswold, DE $73,650

Clayton, DE $73,652 Dagsboro, DE $72,804 Delmar, DE $72,688 Ellendale, DE $72,908 Felton, DE $73,319 Fenwick Island, DE $72,820 Frankford, DE $72,693 Frederica, DE $73,391

Georgetown, DE $72,777 Greenwood, DE $73,114 Harbeson, DE $72,854 Harrington, DE $73,226 Hartly, DE $73,454 Houston, DE $73,121 Kenton, DE $73,656 Laurel, DE $72,733

Yorklyn, DE $73,401

Recruiting Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Recruiting Associate 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, Recruiting Associate positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Recruiting Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Recruiting Associate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$88,164	$42.0	20%

Recruiting Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Recruiting Associate'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, 2026

$61,884

Average $73,470/year

$77,790

$5,157

Average $6,122/month

$6,482

$1,190

Average $1,413/week

$1,496

$30

Average $35/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,790	$6,482	$1,496	$37
Average	$73,470	$6,122	$1,413	$35
25th Percentile	$61,884	$5,157	$1,190	$30

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