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Job outlook for talent scouts in the United States
Are talent scout jobs in demand?
Talent scout job and salary trends over time
Talent scout jobs over time
Talent scout job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,144 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,488 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,564 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,359 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,416 | 0.00% |
Average talent scout salary over time
Talent scout salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $74,682 | $35.90 | +2.3% |
| 2024 | $73,019 | $35.11 | +11.7% |
| 2023 | $65,394 | $31.44 | +1.7% |
| 2022 | $64,305 | $30.92 | +4.6% |
| 2021 | $61,473 | $29.55 | --1.4% |
Talent scout jobs by state
Most common states for talent scouts
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 95 | 14% |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 391 | 6% |
| 3 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 235 | 6% |
| 4 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 75 | 6% |
| 5 | Delaware | 961,939 | 53 | 6% |
| 6 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 45 | 6% |
| 7 | Vermont | 623,657 | 36 | 6% |
| 8 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 93 | 5% |
| 9 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 53 | 5% |
| 10 | Alaska | 739,795 | 38 | 5% |
| 11 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 294 | 4% |
| 12 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 249 | 4% |
| 13 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 232 | 4% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 220 | 4% |
| 15 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 118 | 4% |
| 16 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 117 | 4% |
| 17 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 62 | 4% |
| 18 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 42 | 4% |
| 19 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 37 | 4% |
| 20 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 23 | 4% |
Most common cities for talent scouts
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tallahassee | 1 | 1% | $57,475 |
| 2 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $57,738 |
| 3 | Buffalo | 1 | 0% | $64,239 |
| 4 | Denver | 1 | 0% | $72,768 |
| 5 | Minneapolis | 1 | 0% | $74,739 |
| 6 | San Diego | 1 | 0% | $88,368 |
| 7 | Tulsa | 1 | 0% | $57,414 |
Talent Scout job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of talent scout experts
Muhlenberg College
The Pennsylvania State University
Emmaus Homes
East Tennessee State University
Ryan Smolko
Associate Director, Career CenterMuhlenberg College
The Career Center at Muhlenberg College
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Talent Scout job market given the pandemic?
Ryan Smolko: Overnight, employers have had to innovate the way in which they do their work. Even when it is safe for employees to return to their offices, a level of flexibility will almost certainly be a staple going forward. Productivity is measured by work done- not hours at a desk. Those employers who remain rigid will find retaining top talent challenging. Along those lines employees will have the ability to live almost anywhere while still building a successful career.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Talent Scouts to find work opportunities?
Elaine Farndale Ph.D.: The answer will lie in which states can recover from the pandemic the quickest, which is still very much unknown.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Talent Scouts to find work opportunities?
Tonya Courtois: Our industry provides support staff to adults who have developmental disabilities. Our entry-level employees are called Direct Support Professionals (DSPS). We, like many others in our industry, are experiencing a significant staffing crisis. This crisis has gained national attention. To close the gap we continue to encourage our state legislatures to standardize rates and pay rates that will allow us to outpace minimum wage and be competitive with other high-volume employers. My recommendation to students and recent graduates is to research mission-driven, caregiving roles in their area, specifically those for individuals with disabilities. Learn about disabilities and understand the need. Reach out to a couple of different organizations in your area and connect with them to learn more about their mission. Find a good fit and pick up some part-time hours while finishing school. At Emmaus we are very intentional in creating career paths for individuals who have a mission heart and want to do work that matters. It's not just a job but a defined career path!
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Talent Scout job market given the pandemic?
Dr. James Lampley: Online delivery. Before the pandemic, we were already seeing a trend to more online programs. After we return to "normal" we will see online courses and online programs expand exponentially.