Cost per Hire for U.S. Companies Rises to $4,700, New Survey Shows
Engagedly
MAY 28, 2025
In fact, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) reports that average cost per hire has jumped from $4,129 in 2019 to $4,700 in 2023 —a 14% increase. Use cost-saving strategies like employee referrals, ATS automation, retention programs, and onboarding improvements. Hiring expenses also vary wildly by position.
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