Salaries and hourly rates for HR consultants vary widely, according to experience, specialization, education, and employer. Many human resources consultants are employed by management consulting firms. Median annual earnings for management consultants were $83,610 in May 2018, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Salaries ranged from less than $48,360 to $152,760 or more.

PayScale.com reports the average salary for HR consultants was $74,060 in 2020. Earnings ranged from $49,000 to $110,000.

Many consultants can demand between $400 and $1,000 per day, while top consultants at large firms such as the Boston Consulting Group can bill clients as much as $5,000 daily, plus expenses.

Salaried consultants typically receive a wide range of benefits, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, vacation and sick leave, profit sharing, and bonuses for outstanding work. All travel expenses are generally reimbursed by the employer. Self-employed consultants must provide their own benefits.

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