Hr Administration Salary in the United States

How much does a Hr Administration make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Hr Administration in the United States is $54,597 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Hr Administration's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,226
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,730 to $59,637
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,031
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Hr Administration Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $59,637 $4,970 $1,147 $29
Average $54,597 $4,550 $1,050 $26
25th Percentile $52,730 $4,394 $1,014 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Hr Administration Salaries

A Hr Administration'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Hr Administration Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hr Administration'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): $53,815
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,892
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,457
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,282
  • Expert (over 8 years): $56,531
Levels Salary
Entry Level Hr Administration$53,815
Intermediate Level Hr Administration$53,892
Senior Level Hr Administration$54,457
Specialist Level Hr Administration$56,282
Expert Level Hr Administration$56,531
$53,815 0 yr
$53,892 < 2 yrs
$54,457 2-4 yrs
$56,282 5-8 yrs
$56,531 > 8 yrs
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How Do Hr Administration 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 Hr Administrations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,449.
  • California: $60,220.
  • Massachusetts: $59,417.

Top Paying Cities for Hr Administrations

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:

  • San Jose: $68,863
  • San Francisco: $68,186
  • Oakland: $66,673

What Skills Can Increase a Hr Administration's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Team Building (Mentioned in 7.25% Job Postings): Shaping a group of individuals into a cohesive and effective unit, focused on a central objective.
  • Microsoft Word (Mentioned in 3.12% Job Postings): Microsoft Word or MS Word is a popular word-processing program used mainly for creating documents, such as brochures, letters, learning activities, quizzes, tests, and students' homework assignments
  • Computer Literacy (Mentioned in 2.56% Job Postings): Ability to use computers and related technology efficiently.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Team Building 7.25%
Microsoft Word 3.12%
Computer Literacy 2.56%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Hr Administration's salary.
  • Law Enforcement: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Customer Service: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Law Enforcement
$58,964
8%
Written Communication
$58,964
8%
Customer Service
$58,964
8%
Planning
$58,964
8%
Leadership
$58,418
7%
Verbal Communication
$57,326
5%
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How Education impacts a Hr Administration's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Hr Administrations enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Hr Administration with a No Diploma is between $49,862 and $53,574).

Hr Administration Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Hr Administration
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 46.7%
High School 46.7%
Associates 33.3%
Bachelors 6.7%
Masters 13.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Hr Administration Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hr Administration'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

Salary Trends for Hr Administration

Salaries for a Hr Administration can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $77,546 in 2023 to around $74,729 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Hr Administration salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Hr Administration Over Time

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$77,546
2024
$76,614
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2024 $76,614
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