Human Resources Managers Salary (2025)
Based on 220,660 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $88,200 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $111,110 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $149,280 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $199,290 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $267,810 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$88K
25th
$111K
Median
$149K
75th
$199K
90th
$268K
Highest Paying States for Human Resources Managers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $197,390 |
| Massachusetts | $195,110 |
| California | $191,920 |
| District of Columbia | $187,830 |
| New Jersey | $186,360 |
| Connecticut | $180,480 |
| Rhode Island | $179,520 |
| Washington | $178,830 |
| Colorado | $178,670 |
| Virginia | $175,780 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Human Resources Managers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $197,390 per year, while Virginia has an average of $175,780 — a difference of $21,610. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Human Resources Managers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 220,660 workers were employed as Human Resources Managerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Management Occupations. The annual mean wage of $164,230 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 11-3121