As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Recruitment Consultant in the US is $66,747, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,284 weekly, or $5,562 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Recruitment Consultant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Recruitment Consultant in the US vary widely, spanning from $48,684 to $71,119. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,292) and 75th percentile ($69,036), while top earners (90th percentile) make $71,119 per year. This $11,744 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Interviewing or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Recruitment Consultant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 57 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
Recruitment Consultant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Recruitment Consultant Salary $48,684 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Recruitment Consultant Salary $57,292 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Recruitment Consultant Salary $66,747 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Recruitment Consultant Salary $69,036 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Recruitment Consultant Salary $71,119 US May 01, 2026
25% $57,292 10% $48,684 90% $71,119 75% $69,036 $66,747 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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