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Placement Consultant

Average Placement Consultant Salary

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$58,180
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$40k
MEDIAN
$58k
90%
$85k

The average salary for a Placement Consultant is $58,180 in 2025

Base Salary
$40k - $85k
Bonus
$633 - $15k
Profit Sharing
$560 - $3k
Commission
$2k - $48k
Total Pay
$36k - $86k
Based on 765 salary profiles (last updated May 08 2024)
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3.9 out of 5
(79)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Placement Consultant

Medical
77%
Dental
69%
Vision
65%
None
23%

Gender Breakdown for Placement Consultants

Female
78.7%
Male
19.6%
Prefer to self-define
1.0%
This data is based on 301 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Placement Consultants

What is the highest pay for Placement Consultants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Placement Consultant is $85k / year

What is the lowest pay for Placement Consultants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Placement Consultant is $40k / year

How can Placement Consultants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Placement 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 Placement Consultant that oversees more junior Placement Consultants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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