As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Adoption Agent in the US is $44,926, equivalent to $22 per hour, $864 weekly, or $3,744 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Adoption Agent in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Adoption Agent in the US vary widely, spanning from $36,300 to $55,570. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,411) and 75th percentile ($50,498), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,570 per year. This $10,087 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Discharge Planning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Adoption Agent often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 77 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Adoption Agent Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Adoption Agent Salary $36,300 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Adoption Agent Salary $40,411 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Adoption Agent Salary $44,926 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Adoption Agent Salary $50,498 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Adoption Agent Salary $55,570 US January 01, 2026
25% $40,411 10% $36,300 90% $55,570 75% $50,498 $44,926 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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