What Does a Typical CV Score? Insights From the CVs We Analysed in 2026
Our own data from CVs analysed on CV Analyz: how scores are distributed, which dimensions lose the most points (formatting and achievements), and what that means for your CV.
Advice about CVs is everywhere. Data is rarer. Here is what we see in the CVs analysed on CV Analyz, so you can compare your own CV with a real benchmark.
About the data
The figures come from a sample of several hundred CVs analysed on CV Analyz between June and October 2026, including CVs uploaded by job seekers and CVs screened by recruiters. Only aggregated scores were used; no CV text or personal data. The sample is not representative of all job seekers, and we will update these figures as it grows. Percentages are rounded.
The typical CV is average, not strong
- Average overall score: 54 out of 100 (median 59).
- Strong (75 or above): 9 %.
- Average (55–74): 52 %.
- Below average (35–54): 20 %.
- Weak (below 35): 19 %.
In other words, fewer than one CV in ten reaches the strong band. Most sit in the middle, where specific, fixable gaps hold them back.
Where CVs lose the most points
- Formatting: 50 on average, the lowest dimension.
- Achievements: 52.
- Skills: 52.
- Experience: 53.
- ATS readability: 54.
- Education: 61, the highest.
People describe their degrees well, but they rarely structure their CV clearly or prove results. That is where the biggest gains are.
What this means for your CV
- Fix the structure first: clear sections, consistent dates, real text that software can read.
- Turn duties into results with numbers in your two most recent roles.
- Match your skills to the wording of the job ad where it is true for you.
- Do not spend your time on education; it is usually already the strongest part.
Moving from average to strong rarely needs new experience. It needs the experience you already have, presented better.
See where your CV stands compared with this benchmark.
Check your resume for freeFrequently asked questions
What is the average CV score?
In our data, 54 out of 100, with a median of 59.
Which part of a CV is usually weakest?
Formatting and achievements had the lowest average scores.
Where does this data come from?
From aggregated scores of several hundred CVs analysed on CV Analyz between June and October 2026, without any CV text or personal data.