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Lead IT Consultant

Average Lead IT Consultant Salary

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$86,092
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$53k
MEDIAN
$86k
90%
$131k

The average salary for a Lead IT Consultant is $86,092 in 2025

Base Salary
$53k - $131k
Bonus
$1k - $20k
Profit Sharing
$500 - $15k
Commission
$2k - $50k
Total Pay
$50k - $149k
Based on 6,996 salary profiles (last updated Mar 02 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Lead IT Consultant

Medical
81%
Dental
73%
Vision
66%
None
18%

Gender Breakdown for Lead IT Consultants

Male
76.3%
Female
23.3%
Prefer to self-define
0.3%
This data is based on 4,101 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Lead IT Consultants

What is the highest pay for Lead IT Consultants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Lead IT Consultant is $131k / year

What is the lowest pay for Lead IT Consultants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Lead IT Consultant is $53k / year

How can Lead IT Consultants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Lead IT Consultant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Lead IT Consultant that oversees more junior Lead IT Consultants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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