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Job outlook for field consultants in the United States
Field consultant job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected field consultant job growth rate is 11% from 2018-2028.
About 108,400 new jobs for field consultants are projected over the next decade.
Field consultant salaries have increased 9% for field consultants in the last 5 years.
There are over 4,794 field consultants currently employed in the United States.
There are 64,289 active field consultant job openings in the US.
The average field consultant salary is $71,792.
Are field consultant jobs in demand?
Field consultant job and salary trends over time
Field consultant jobs over time
Field consultant job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,794 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,566 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,514 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 4,934 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 4,659 | 0.00% |
Average field consultant salary over time
Field consultant salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $71,792 | $34.52 | +4.0% |
| 2024 | $69,059 | $33.20 | +2.4% |
| 2023 | $67,442 | $32.42 | +0.7% |
| 2022 | $66,944 | $32.18 | +1.4% |
| 2021 | $66,017 | $31.74 | +1.3% |
Field consultant jobs by state
Most common states for field consultants
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 536 | 77% |
| 2 | Vermont | 623,657 | 207 | 33% |
| 3 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 321 | 30% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 208 | 28% |
| 5 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 349 | 26% |
| 6 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,743 | 25% |
| 7 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 340 | 25% |
| 8 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 265 | 25% |
| 9 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 221 | 25% |
| 10 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 948 | 23% |
| 11 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,249 | 22% |
| 12 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 674 | 22% |
| 13 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 130 | 22% |
| 14 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,724 | 20% |
| 15 | Delaware | 961,939 | 191 | 20% |
| 16 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,614 | 18% |
| 17 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 303 | 18% |
| 18 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 681 | 17% |
| 19 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 317 | 17% |
| 20 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 591 | 16% |
Most common cities for field consultants
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andover | 1 | 3% | $80,153 |
| 2 | Hilton Head Island | 1 | 2% | $60,788 |
| 3 | Ocala | 1 | 2% | $60,998 |
| 4 | Asheville | 1 | 1% | $63,861 |
| 5 | Jackson | 1 | 1% | $67,017 |
| 6 | Knoxville | 1 | 1% | $70,151 |
| 7 | Minneapolis | 2 | 0% | $69,412 |
| 8 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $65,425 |
| 9 | Austin | 1 | 0% | $84,700 |
| 10 | Charlotte | 1 | 0% | $64,770 |
| 11 | Dallas | 1 | 0% | $83,276 |
| 12 | Jacksonville | 1 | 0% | $61,629 |
| 13 | Montgomery | 1 | 0% | $59,810 |
Field Consultant job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of field consultant experts
Franklin and Marshall College
Emory Oxford College
Dr. Stephanie McNulty Ph.D.
Chair and Associate Professor of GovernmentFranklin and Marshall College
Government Department
What type of skills will young Field Consultants need?
Dr. Stephanie McNulty Ph.D.: I expect that many of the same skills employers have always sought out will continue to be necessary. These include strong communication skills, working independently and in teams, and the ability to think critically about complex issues and solve complex problems. As a result of the pandemic and ongoing global trends, a strong understanding of and using new or innovative technology to do all of these things is essential. I expect this to continue into the coming years. As the economy shrinks, strong networking skills are also as vital as ever, and I do not wish to change.
What type of skills will young Field Consultants need?
Christopher Blake Ph.D.: More than anything, the last few months have highlighted trends that existed before the COVID-19 pandemic. The most successful companies have been those that can adapt quickly, penetrate new markets, and continuously improve (e.g., the expansion of delivery options from significant retailers, rethinking to-go choices from restaurants, and tech companies finding new applications for their products). Likewise, flexibility is imperative for recent graduates. I see two comfortable places to start for those about to embark on their careers.
First and foremost, understand the power of technology. Younger people tend to know how technology functions, but often struggle to see how best to use it. Think critically about apps, statistical software platforms, coding languages, etc. to make sure that you are using them in a way that maximizes your potential. The labor market is likely to be tight (slow growth in openings relative to the number of people seeking work) for the foreseeable future. So, highlighting how you use technology effectively could be a difference-maker as you hunt for jobs.
Secondly, communication is going to be essential for workers. The importance of communication only grows as work transitions to being more remote. Communicating effectively will be necessary to get a job, and a graduate's success in that job will be determined, in part, by how well they effectively communicate with managers, those they manage, and others in the company. This is admittedly difficult for those graduating in economics as many of us tend to be introverted, but it is a crucial skill a graduate should work to develop.