Where our salary data comes from
The salary benchmarks listed in the Salary Guide From Robert Half are the result of a rigorous, multistep process to ensure they accurately reflect the marketplace. The projections for each position are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has matched with employers across the U.S. and third-party job posting data that we use to independently validate the salary levels.
We also use advanced large language models to analyze millions of data points mapped to the positions in our guide, factoring in current and projected demand, talent supply and key market conditions. We gain additional local insights from our talent solutions professionals in offices across the country.
Our salary numbers represent starting compensation only. Salary figures reflect starting compensation only—the pay offered to new hires in a given role. Our estimates do not include bonuses, benefits or perks.
Starting compensation can vary significantly based on a candidate’s skills, experience and certifications, as well as other factors including industry, company size and revenue, and demand for the role. To reflect this variability, we report our compensation data in three levels: low, mid and high.
Low: The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid: The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High: The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role and may also have specialized certifications.
Low does not represent the bottom of the salary range, and High is not the top or a cap. We provide these levels because they are the most common.
