What are the main factors that influence a Headhunter's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Headhunter's salary?

A Headhunter's salary grows with experience: a Talent Acquisition Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $59,252, a Headhunter (2-4 years)earns $74,278, a Talent Acquisition Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $89,347, a Talent Acquisition Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $113,820, a Talent Acquisition Manager (7+ years)earns $112,813,

What are the highest paying states for a Headhunter?

Headhunter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Headhunter roles are District of Columbia $81,406, California $81,097, Massachusetts $80,016. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Headhunter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Headhunter make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Headhunter in Delaware is $74,458 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Headhunter's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,137
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,685 to $76,907
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,786

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Headhunter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,907	$6,409	$1,479	$37
Average	$74,458	$6,205	$1,432	$36
25th Percentile	$64,685	$5,390	$1,244	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Headhunter Salaries

A Headhunter'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.

Levels	Salary
Talent Ac... Level Headhunter	$59,252
Headhunte... Level Headhunter	$74,278
Talent Ac... Level Headhunter	$89,347
Talent Ac... Level Headhunter	$113,820
Talent Ac... Level Headhunter	$112,813

How Do Headhunter 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 Headhunters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,406.
California: $81,097.
Massachusetts: $80,016.

District of Columbia $81,406 California $81,097 Massachusetts $80,016 Washington $79,722 New Jersey $79,693 Alaska $79,590 Connecticut $78,575 New York $78,164

Hawaii $76,847 Rhode Island $76,230 Maryland $75,811 Minnesota $75,237 Colorado $75,017 Illinois $74,943 Oregon $74,664 Delaware $74,458

New Hampshire $74,329 Virginia $74,039 Pennsylvania $73,193 Nevada $72,767 North Dakota $72,627 Michigan $72,407 Wisconsin $72,326 Vermont $72,164

Texas $71,716 Maine $71,686 Arizona $71,642 Ohio $71,591 Georgia $70,914 Indiana $70,576 Wyoming $70,510 Utah $70,407

Iowa $70,363 Kansas $70,010 Louisiana $69,907 North Carolina $69,870 Missouri $69,855 Florida $69,569 Montana $69,414 Nebraska $69,267

Kentucky $69,186 South Carolina $68,892 Tennessee $68,708 Idaho $68,635 New Mexico $68,098 Oklahoma $67,980 Alabama $67,547 South Dakota $66,819

Arkansas $66,422 West Virginia $66,209 Mississippi $65,569

Top Paying Cities for Headhunters

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:

Lincoln: $77,061
Little Creek: $76,348
Magnolia: $76,664

Lincoln, DE $77,061 Little Creek, DE $76,348 Magnolia, DE $76,664 Milford, DE $77,061 Marydel, DE $76,061 Millsboro, DE $77,061 Millville, DE $77,575 Milton, DE $77,061

Nassau, DE $77,061 Ocean View, DE $77,575 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,575 Seaford, DE $76,252 Selbyville, DE $77,575 Smyrna, DE $75,973 Viola, DE $76,664 Woodside, DE $76,443

Bear, DE $75,414 Newark, DE $75,443 Claymont, DE $75,502 Delaware City, DE $75,443 Hockessin, DE $75,502 Kirkwood, DE $75,443 Middletown, DE $75,818 Montchanin, DE $75,502

New Castle, DE $75,502 Odessa, DE $75,921 Port Penn, DE $75,237 Rockland, DE $75,502 Saint Georges, DE $75,443 Townsend, DE $75,811 Winterthur, DE $75,502 Lewes, DE $77,061

Wilmington, DE $75,502 Dover, DE $76,311 Dover Afb, DE $76,487 Bethany Beach, DE $77,575 Bethel, DE $76,252 Bridgeville, DE $77,061 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,392 Cheswold, DE $76,134

Clayton, DE $75,943 Dagsboro, DE $77,575 Delmar, DE $76,252 Ellendale, DE $77,061 Felton, DE $77,061 Fenwick Island, DE $77,575 Frankford, DE $77,575 Frederica, DE $77,061

Georgetown, DE $77,061 Greenwood, DE $77,061 Harbeson, DE $77,061 Harrington, DE $77,061 Hartly, DE $75,906 Houston, DE $77,061 Kenton, DE $75,943 Laurel, DE $76,252

Yorklyn, DE $75,502

Headhunter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Headhunter'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$64,685

Average $74,458/year

$76,907

$5,390

Average $6,205/month

$6,409

$1,244

Average $1,432/week

$1,479

$31

Average $36/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,907	$6,409	$1,479	$37
Average	$74,458	$6,205	$1,432	$36
25th Percentile	$64,685	$5,390	$1,244	$31

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