How much does an Adoption Specialist make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Adoption Specialist in the United States is $45,276. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,709 to $49,897, with most professionals earning between $34,641 and $54,105.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Adoption Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Adoption Specialist Salary $34,641 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Adoption Specialist Salary $39,709 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Adoption Specialist Salary $45,276 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Adoption Specialist Salary $49,897 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Adoption Specialist Salary $54,105 US March 01, 2025
25% $39,709 10% $34,641 90% $54,105 75% $49,897 $45,276 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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