Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist in the United States is $59,440 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,643
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,664 to $62,687
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,494
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Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $62,687 $5,224 $1,206 $30
Average $59,440 $4,953 $1,143 $29
25th Percentile $52,664 $4,389 $1,013 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist Salaries

An Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist'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 Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist'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): $59,911
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $75,096
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,346
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,096
  • Expert (over 8 years): $114,072
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Associate... Level Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist$59,911
Talent Ac... Level Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist$75,096
Talent Ac... Level Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist$90,346
Talent Ac... Level Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist$115,096
Talent Ac... Level Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist$114,072
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$75,096 < 2 yrs
$90,346 2-4 yrs
$115,096 5-8 yrs
$114,072 > 8 yrs
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How Do Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist 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 Associate Talent Acquisition Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $65,812.
  • California: $65,563.
  • Massachusetts: $64,689.

Top Paying Cities for Associate Talent Acquisition Specialists

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: $74,972
  • San Francisco: $74,151
  • Oakland: $72,588

What Skills Can Increase an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Interviewing (Mentioned in 4.58% Job Postings): The ability and process of conducting a conversation to gather information to facilitate all kinds of decision-making.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.25% Job Postings): 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 (Mentioned in 1.08% Job Postings): 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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Interviewing 4.58%
Microsoft Office 2.25%
HRIS 1.08%
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 Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Technical Recruiting: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
 $62,412
5%
Technical Recruiting
 $62,412
5%
Presentation
 $62,412
5%
Project Management
 $61,818
4%
Consulting
 $61,818
4%
Commitment
 $61,818
4%
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Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$74,300$36.025%
Chemicals$71,328$34.020%
Telecom$71,328$34.020%
Energy & Utilities$68,356$33.015%
Aerospace & Defense$65,384$31.010%

Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist'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.

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75th Percentile $62,687 $5,224 $1,206 $30
Average $59,440 $4,953 $1,143 $29
25th Percentile $52,664 $4,389 $1,013 $25

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Salary Trends for Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist

Salaries for an Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $58,831 in 2023 to around $58,364 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist salary trends, .

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