What are the main factors that influence a Human Resource Associate's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Human Resource Associate's salary?

A Human Resource Associate's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Generalist I (0-2 years)earns $60,081, a Human Resource Associate (2-4 years)earns $74,596, a Human Resources Generalist III (4-7 years)earns $91,450, a Human Resources Generalist IV (7+ years)earns $110,465, a Human Resources Supervisor (7+ years)earns $107,427,

What are the highest paying states for a Human Resource Associate?

Human Resource Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Human Resource Associate roles are District of Columbia $82,272, California $81,960, Massachusetts $80,868. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Human Resource Associate roles make?

Salaries for Human Resource Associate level roles vary by specialization: Director of Human Resource: $175,818; Human Resource Director: $173,215; Human Resource Consultant: $122,874; Human Resource Supervisor: $105,386; Human Resource Coordinator: $74,306.

Human Resource Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Human Resource Associate make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Human Resource Associate in Delaware is $75,421 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Human Resource Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,515
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,709 to $83,322
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,688

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Human Resource Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,322	$6,943	$1,602	$40
Average	$75,421	$6,285	$1,450	$36
25th Percentile	$67,709	$5,642	$1,302	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Human Resource Associate Salaries

A Human Resource Associate's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Human Resource Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Resource Associate's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $60,081
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,596
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,450
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,465
Expert (over 8 years): $107,427

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level Human Resource Associate	$60,081
Human Res... Level Human Resource Associate	$74,596
Human Res... Level Human Resource Associate	$91,450
Human Res... Level Human Resource Associate	$110,465
Human Res... Level Human Resource Associate	$107,427

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How Do Human Resource Associate Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Human Resource Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $82,272.
California: $81,960.
Massachusetts: $80,868.

District of Columbia $82,272 California $81,960 Massachusetts $80,868 Washington $80,570 New Jersey $80,541 Alaska $80,437 Connecticut $79,411 New York $78,995

Hawaii $77,665 Rhode Island $77,041 Maryland $76,617 Minnesota $76,038 Colorado $75,815 Illinois $75,740 Oregon $75,458 Delaware $75,250

New Hampshire $75,119 Virginia $74,826 Pennsylvania $73,972 Nevada $73,541 North Dakota $73,400 Michigan $73,177 Wisconsin $73,095 Vermont $72,932

Texas $72,478 Maine $72,449 Arizona $72,404 Ohio $72,352 Georgia $71,668 Indiana $71,327 Wyoming $71,260 Utah $71,156

Iowa $71,111 Kansas $70,754 Louisiana $70,650 North Carolina $70,613 Missouri $70,598 Florida $70,309 Montana $70,153 Nebraska $70,004

Kentucky $69,922 South Carolina $69,625 Tennessee $69,439 Idaho $69,365 New Mexico $68,823 Oklahoma $68,704 Alabama $68,265 South Dakota $67,530

Arkansas $67,128 West Virginia $66,913 Mississippi $66,266

Top Paying Cities for Human Resource Associates

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $77,880
Little Creek: $77,160
Magnolia: $77,479

Lincoln, DE $77,880 Little Creek, DE $77,160 Magnolia, DE $77,479 Milford, DE $77,880 Marydel, DE $76,870 Millsboro, DE $77,880 Millville, DE $78,401 Milton, DE $77,880

Nassau, DE $77,880 Ocean View, DE $78,401 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,401 Seaford, DE $77,063 Selbyville, DE $78,401 Smyrna, DE $76,781 Viola, DE $77,479 Woodside, DE $77,256

Bear, DE $76,216 Newark, DE $76,246 Claymont, DE $76,305 Delaware City, DE $76,246 Hockessin, DE $76,305 Kirkwood, DE $76,246 Middletown, DE $76,625 Montchanin, DE $76,305

New Castle, DE $76,305 Odessa, DE $76,729 Port Penn, DE $76,038 Rockland, DE $76,305 Saint Georges, DE $76,246 Townsend, DE $76,617 Winterthur, DE $76,305 Lewes, DE $77,880

Wilmington, DE $76,305 Dover, DE $77,123 Dover Afb, DE $77,301 Bethany Beach, DE $78,401 Bethel, DE $77,063 Bridgeville, DE $77,880 Camden Wyoming, DE $77,204 Cheswold, DE $76,944

Clayton, DE $76,751 Dagsboro, DE $78,401 Delmar, DE $77,063 Ellendale, DE $77,880 Felton, DE $77,880 Fenwick Island, DE $78,401 Frankford, DE $78,401 Frederica, DE $77,880

Georgetown, DE $77,880 Greenwood, DE $77,880 Harbeson, DE $77,880 Harrington, DE $77,880 Hartly, DE $76,714 Houston, DE $77,880 Kenton, DE $76,751 Laurel, DE $77,063

Yorklyn, DE $76,305

Human Resource Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Resource Associate's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$67,709

Average $75,421/year

$83,322

$5,642

Average $6,285/month

$6,943

$1,302

Average $1,450/week

$1,602

$33

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,322	$6,943	$1,602	$40
Average	$75,421	$6,285	$1,450	$36
25th Percentile	$67,709	$5,642	$1,302	$33

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