Talent Acquisition Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Talent Acquisition Project Manager make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Talent Acquisition Project Manager in the United States is $109,980 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,363
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,632 to $122,743
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,479
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Talent Acquisition Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $122,743 $10,229 $2,360 $59
Average $109,980 $9,165 $2,115 $53
25th Percentile $96,632 $8,053 $1,858 $46
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Key Factors That Influence Talent Acquisition Project Manager Salaries

A Talent Acquisition Project Manager'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 Talent Acquisition Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Talent Acquisition Project Manager'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): $87,838
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $111,899
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,907
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $185,752
  • Expert (over 8 years): $206,092
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Talent Ac... Level Talent Acquisition Project Manager$87,838
Talent Ac... Level Talent Acquisition Project Manager$111,899
Talent Ac... Level Talent Acquisition Project Manager$110,907
Talent Ac... Level Talent Acquisition Project Manager$185,752
VP of Tal... Level Talent Acquisition Project Manager$206,092
$87,838 0 yr
$111,899 < 2 yrs
$110,907 2-4 yrs
$185,752 5-8 yrs
$206,092 > 8 yrs
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How Do Talent Acquisition Project Manager 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 Talent Acquisition Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $121,770.
  • California: $121,308.
  • Massachusetts: $119,691.

Top Paying Cities for Talent Acquisition Project Managers

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: $138,718
  • San Francisco: $137,199
  • Oakland: $134,308

What Skills Can Increase a Talent Acquisition Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 7.11% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Full-Cycle Recruiting (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): Full cycle recruiting, also referred to as end-to-end recruiting or full lifecycle recruiting, is a term used to describe the holistic recruitment process, often handled by a single recruiter.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 0.97% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Leadership 7.11%
Full-Cycle Recruiting 1.47%
Business Administration 0.97%
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 a Talent Acquisition Project Manager's salary.
  • Client Relationship Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Client Relationship: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Salesforce: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Client Relationship Management
 $118,778
8%
Client Relationship
 $116,579
6%
Salesforce
 $115,479
5%
Diversity and Inclusion
 $114,379
4%
Business Development
 $114,379
4%
Workforce Planning
 $114,379
4%
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Talent Acquisition Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Talent Acquisition Project Manager'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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Average $109,980/year
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Average $53/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $122,743 $10,229 $2,360 $59
Average $109,980 $9,165 $2,115 $53
25th Percentile $96,632 $8,053 $1,858 $46

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Salary Trends for Talent Acquisition Project Manager

Salaries for a Talent Acquisition Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $107,388 in 2023 to around $107,822 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Talent Acquisition Project Manager salary trends, .

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