How Much Does Executive Coaching Cost? (2026 Data)
Most executive coaches charge $125 to $275 an hour, based on 2,256 executive coaches. US executive coaches charge $150 to $300. PCC credentialed executive coaches charge $153 to $300. A 12 session engagement costs $1,500 to $3,300.
Key numbers
- Most executive coaches: $125 to $275 an hour (2,256 coaches).
- Top 10%: $406 an hour or more.
- US executive coaches: $150 to $300 an hour (981 coaches).
- PCC credentialed coaches: $153 to $300 an hour.
- 12 sessions: $1,500 to $3,300.
How much does executive coaching cost per hour?
| Range | Hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Most (middle half) | $125 to $275 |
| Bottom 10% to top 10% | $75 to $406 |
Executive coaching is the highest priced coach type. Leadership coaches charge $102 to $238 an hour.
Executive coach rates per hour by country
| Country | n | Hourly rate range |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 981 | $150 to $300 |
| Canada | 167 | $106 to $233 |
| United Kingdom | 131 | $149 to $340 |
| Singapore | 40 | $147 to $300 |
| South Africa | 39 | $75 to $275 |
| Australia | 31 | $123 to $248 |
The US, UK and Singapore lead. The UK has the highest top end at $340. Canada and Australia sit lower.
Does an ICF credential change the rate?
90% of executive coaches list no coaching credential. PCC coaches charge the most.
| Credential listed | n | Hourly rate range |
|---|---|---|
| None listed | 2,034 | $123 to $275 |
| ICF (level not stated) | 69 | $112 to $275 |
| ACC (ICF Associate Certified Coach) | 63 | $124 to $225 |
| PCC (ICF Professional Certified Coach) | 78 | $153 to $300 |
Under International Coaching Federation (ICF) rules, the ACC needs 100 logged coaching hours with 8 or more clients, and the PCC needs 500 hours with 25 or more clients (ICF). In executive coaching, the PCC is the credential that moves the price.
Executive coaching packages
Executive coaches often sell a set of sessions over several months.
| Number of sessions | Cost range |
|---|---|
| 6 sessions | $750 to $1,650 |
| 12 sessions | $1,500 to $3,300 |
| 24 sessions | $3,000 to $6,600 |
When you get a package quote, divide it by the number of live coaching hours and check it against the hourly ranges above. Ask what else the package covers, such as assessments or check-ins between sessions.
What drives the price
- The PCC credential. PCC coaches charge $153 to $300 an hour.
- Country. US, UK and Singapore coaches charge the most.
- Scope. 90% of executive coaches quote a range. Ask what puts your engagement at the top or bottom of it.
- Seniority of the client. The top 10% of executive coaches charge $406 an hour or more, and they mostly work with senior leaders.
CoachVouch. "How Much Does Executive Coaching Cost?" September 2026. https://coachvouch.com/research/how-much-does-executive-coaching-cost/Common questions
What are typical executive coach rates per hour?
Most executive coaches charge $125 to $275 an hour. The top 10% charge $406 or more.
How much is executive coaching in the US?
US executive coaches charge $150 to $300 an hour.
How much does an executive coaching package cost?
Twelve sessions cost $1,500 to $3,300. Six sessions cost $750 to $1,650.
Do ICF-certified executive coaches charge more?
PCC credentialed executive coaches do, at $153 to $300 an hour, compared with $123 to $275 for coaches with no credential.
Is executive coaching more expensive than leadership coaching?
Yes. Executive coaches charge $125 to $275 an hour. Leadership coaches charge $102 to $238.
Related reading
- Is executive coaching worth it?
- How long does executive coaching last?
- Executive coaching rates by country
- Executive coach vs leadership coach
- Browse executive coaches
Sources
- International Coaching Federation, "Credentialing Experience Requirements": https://coachingfederation.org/credentialing/prepare-for-icf-credential-application/experience-requirements/