HR Manager Salary
human resources · United States · 2025
National Median
$90,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$58k
Entry level
P25
$72k
Junior
P50
$90k
Median
P75
$112k
Senior
P90
$138k
Top earner
P10
$58,000
P50
$90,000
P90
$138,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $108,000 | $135,000 | $168,000 |
| New York, NY | $97,200 | $121,500 | $151,200 |
| Seattle, WA | $93,600 | $117,000 | $145,600 |
| Boston, MA | $90,000 | $112,500 | $140,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $86,400 | $108,000 | $134,400 |
| Austin, TX | $79,200 | $99,000 | $123,200 |
| Denver, CO | $79,200 | $99,000 | $123,200 |
| Chicago, IL | $75,600 | $94,500 | $117,600 |
| Dallas, TX | $72,000 | $90,000 | $112,000 |
| Miami, FL | $68,400 | $85,500 | $106,400 |
H-1B Average Wage
$88,200
DOL prevailing wage reference for HR Manager
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$58,000 – $138,000
Interquartile Range$72,000 – $112,000
Top City (SF)$135,000
Industryhuman resources
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on HR Manager market data
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Market Median: $90,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$10,000
(+12.5%)
Target
$90,000
Negotiation Tips
- Research the market rate thoroughly — you are doing that now!
- Ask for 10-20% above your target to leave room for negotiation.
- Highlight your unique achievements and quantifiable impact.
- Consider the full compensation package: equity, benefits, PTO.
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