Entry Level Customer Consultant Salary in the United States

How much does an Entry Level Customer Consultant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Customer Consultant in the United States is $44,635 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Entry Level Customer Consultant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,084
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,694 to $49,581
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,106
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Entry Level Customer Consultant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $49,581 $4,132 $953 $24
Average $44,635 $3,720 $858 $21
25th Percentile $40,694 $3,391 $783 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Customer Consultant Salaries

An Entry Level Customer Consultant'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.

How Experience Level Affects Entry Level Customer Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Customer Consultant'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): $39,245
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,271
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,837
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,925
  • Expert (over 8 years): $64,959
Levels Salary
Customer ... Level Entry Level Customer Consultant$39,245
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Customer Consultant$44,271
Customer ... Level Entry Level Customer Consultant$51,837
Customer ... Level Entry Level Customer Consultant$57,925
Customer ... Level Entry Level Customer Consultant$64,959
$39,245 0 yr
$44,271 < 2 yrs
$51,837 2-4 yrs
$57,925 5-8 yrs
$64,959 > 8 yrs
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How Do Entry Level Customer Consultant 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 Entry Level Customer Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $49,420.
  • California: $49,232.
  • Massachusetts: $48,576.

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Customer Consultants

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: $56,298
  • San Francisco: $55,681
  • Oakland: $54,508

What Skills Can Increase an Entry Level Customer Consultant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 40.75% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Customer Care (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Customer care is the process of building an emotional connection with your customers, whereas customer service is simply the advice or assistance your business provides them.
  • Cash Handling (Mentioned in 0.91% Job Postings): Process of receiving and giving money in a business. In retail, cash handling ranges from the point of sale to the behind-the-scenes money management during the day.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 40.75%
Customer Care 1.43%
Cash Handling 0.91%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Entry Level Customer Consultant's salary.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Building Relationships: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Presentation
$52,223
17%
Building Relationships
$49,545
11%
Leadership
$48,652
9%
Organizational Skills
$47,759
7%
Customer Relationship
$47,759
7%
Problem Solving
$46,867
5%
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Entry Level Customer Consultant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Entry Level Customer Consultant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Entry Level Customer Consultant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Entry Level Customer Consultant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Entry Level Customer Consultant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$51,330$25.015%
Biotechnology$49,098$24.010%
Energy & Utilities$49,098$24.010%
Healthcare$48,206$23.08%
Pharmaceuticals$48,206$23.08%

How Education impacts an Entry Level Customer Consultant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Entry Level Customer Consultants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Entry Level Customer Consultant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $42,912 and $45,653).

Entry Level Customer Consultant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Entry Level Customer Consultant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.9%
High School 39.5%
Associates 16.5%
Bachelors 40.4%
Masters 2.6%
Doctorate 0.1%
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Entry Level Customer Consultant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Customer Consultant'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Entry Level Customer Consultant

Salaries for an Entry Level Customer Consultant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $39,002 in 2023 to around $38,211 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Entry Level Customer Consultant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Entry Level Customer Consultant Over Time

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2023
$39,002
2024
$38,439
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FAQ about Entry Level Customer Consultant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Entry Level Customer Consultant?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Entry Level Customer Consultant roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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