Freelance Recruiter
Average rate
$60/hr
Typical range
$30–$85
25th–75th percentile
Submissions
59
Updated August 2025
Top market
United States
$65/hr typical
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Frequently asked questions
- How much do freelance Recruiters charge per hour?
- Based on 59 crowdsourced submissions, freelance Recruiters charge an average of $60 per hour, with most rates falling between $30 and $85. Last updated August 2025.
- What do top-earning freelance Recruiters make?
- The top 10% of Recruiter submissions report $108 per hour or more. Rates at that level usually reflect deep specialization, senior experience, and clients in high-paying markets.
- Which skills matter most for Recruiter rates?
- The most common skills in Recruiter submissions are linkedin, candidate sourcing, and crm. Specializing in in-demand skills is one of the most reliable ways to justify a higher rate.
- Where does this Recruiter rate data come from?
- Every rate is anonymously submitted by a real freelancer, consultant, or contractor and passes moderation before publication. contractrates.fyi is free and community funded.
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