Cost Per Hire Calculator
Cost per hire (CPH) is a key talent acquisition metric defined by SHRM and ANSI as the total of all recruiting costs divided by the number of hires in a given period. The national average cost per hire is approximately $4,700 according to SHRM, but this varies significantly by industry, role level, and geography. Executive and technical roles can exceed $15,000–$30,000 per hire when recruiter fees and relocation are included.
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Cost Per Hire
CPH calculation follows the SHRM/ANSI standard (total recruiting costs ÷ number of hires). Internal staff time is valued at loaded cost rate.
Cost Per Hire Benchmarks
| Role Level | Typical CPH | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $1,500 – $3,500 | Job boards, minimal screening |
| Professional | $4,000 – $8,000 | Multiple interviews, skills assessments |
| Senior / Technical | $8,000 – $20,000 | Recruiter fees, extensive vetting |
| Executive | $20,000 – $50,000+ | Executive search firms (20–33% of salary) |