2 Independent Contractor Resume Examples & Template
Written By Geoffrey ScottSenior Hiring Manager & Career Coach
Reviewed By Samuel JohnsSenior Content Editor & Certified Professional Resume Writer
Geoff Scott is an experienced Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) & Career Coach at Resume Genius, where he teaches job seekers how to make impactful resumes and cover letters and...
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Average independent contractor salaries in the US
After you’ve written your resume, make sure you use it to apply for jobs within a fair salary range.
The following table includes information from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ latest Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics report for 2025. Here are the ten states with the highest salaries for independent contractors, as well as the national average for your reference when applying for work.
Top 10 states by average independent contractor salary
| State | Salary / Year |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $156,510 |
| New York | $155,760 |
| Alaska | $148,270 |
| Washington | $144,960 |
| Delaware | $142,480 |
| District of Columbia | $141,920 |
| New Jersey | $140,070 |
| California | $137,430 |
| Maryland | $135,390 |
| Oregon | $134,020 |
| National Average | $119,660 |
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Geoff Scott is an experienced Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) & Career Coach at Resume Genius, where he teaches job seekers how to make impactful resumes and cover letters and best navigate the competitive US and international job markets.
Geoff has an MA in History from the University of Nevada, and currently leads a 10-person in-house team of career professionals and PR experts while also functioning as the office’s primary hiring manager.
