Day-rate & Talent Guide 2026 – US edition
The Work Crowd 2026 US Day Rate & Talent Guide provides a snapshot of freelance, interim and fractional hourly rate benchmarks, alongside insight from today’s independent workforce across corporate, consumer, digital and financial communications, as well as senior leadership roles across the United States.
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For clients
For clients, this guide is a practical benchmarking tool to support workforce planning and hiring decisions in the US. It includes indicative hourly rate benchmarks by role and discipline, insights into demand by specialism and analysis of how independent work is evolving across the US market.
For independent consultants
US independent consultants typically work on hourly rates or agreed fixed monthly fees. Hourly benchmarks are used within this guide to provide a consistent reference point, recognising that fixed fees are usually based on defined deliverables.
For independent consultants, the guide offers visibility on current US market rates, helping you assess your positioning and price your expertise competitively.
The Work Crowd
The Work Crowd connects organisations with industry-endorsed, pre-vetted independent consultants across the US and globally, spanning communications, marketing, digital, public affairs and senior advisory roles. Our award-winning platform is supported by an in-house team of search and industry specialists, delivering freelance, interim, fractional and senior advisory solutions.
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