Contract Recruiter Salary in the United States

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How much does a Contract Recruiter make in the United States? The average Contract Recruiter salary in the United States is $79,180 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $71,129 and $88,236. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Recruiter (Contract Position) with Security Clearance
Gormat, LLC - ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION , MD
This is a contract position. As Contract Recruiter, you will play a pivotal role in revolutionizing our approach to sourcing and onboarding technical and cyber
- 4 days ago
Senior Technical Recruiter- Hardware (Contract) with Security Clearance
Anduril Industries - COSTA MESA , CA
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the e
- 4 days ago
Technical Recruiter - Manufacturing (Contract) with Security Clearance
Anduril Industries - COSTA MESA , CA
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the e
- 4 days ago
Contract Recruiter in Wilmington-Hybrid-$37.92hr+
Beacon Hill - WILMINGTON , DE
Our client, a prominent global organization, is seeking a Talent Acquisition professional to join their team. Based in Wilmington, DE, his. contract hybrid. pos
- 3 days ago
Physical Therapist - 13 Week Contract
Big Stone Therapies, Inc. - OLIVIA , MN
Job Title:* Physical Therapist – 13 Week Contract. Location:* Olivia, MN. Company:* Big Stone Staffing. Big Stone Staffing travelers have the opportunity to wor
- 16 days ago
Physical Therapist - 13 Week Contract
Big Stone Therapies, Inc. - TYLER , MN
Job Title: *Physical Therapist – 13 Week Contract. Location:* Tyler, MN. Company:* Big Stone Staffing. Big Stone Staffing travelers have the opportunity to work
- 16 days ago

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Contract Recruiter in the United States. The base salary for Contract Recruiter ranges from $71,129 to $88,236 with the average base salary of $79,180. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,178 to $91,825 with the average total cash compensation of $81,927.

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Skills associated with Contract Recruiter: Interviewing, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, #develop ...More

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