As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Debt Collector in the US is $50,584, equivalent to $24 per hour, $973 weekly, or $4,215 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Debt Collector in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Debt Collector in the US vary widely, spanning from $41,710 to $61,957. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,939) and 75th percentile ($56,537), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,957 per year. This $10,598 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Call Center, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Debt Collector often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Debt Collector Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Debt Collector Salary $41,710 US February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Debt Collector Salary $45,939 US February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Debt Collector Salary $50,584 US February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Debt Collector Salary $56,537 US February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Debt Collector Salary $61,957 US February 01, 2026
25% $45,939 10% $41,710 90% $61,957 75% $56,537 $50,584 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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