Human Resources Manager salary
From 350 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 11-3121: Human Resources Managers
- Also filed as: Human Resource Manager
At a glance
- Mostly Level I (entry-level). 31% of Human Resources Manager filings are Level I, compared with 19% across all H-1B filings.
- Median up 31% since FY2020. From $140,000 in FY2020 to $183,900 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Human Resources Manager H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 350 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Human Resources Manager jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 11-3121, Human Resources Managers). The median base salary is $160,434, 31% above the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $120,827 and $200,000. The most common wage level is Level I (entry-level), at 31% of filings.
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Pay by level
Entry-level · 31% of filings
Mid-level · 29% of filings
Senior · 15% of filings
Expert · 25% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $111,467 | 99 |
| Level II · Qualified | $150,300 | 94 |
| Level III · Experienced | $181,874 | 50 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $230,720 | 81 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Human Resources Manager pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 8 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $182,000 | 55 |
| San Francisco, CA | $186,000 | 35 |
| San Jose, CA | $208,970 | 29 |
| Dallas, TX | $150,488 | 27 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $155,344 | 14 |
| Miami, FL | $123,853 | 14 |
| Austin, TX | $160,500 | 13 |
| Houston, TX | $179,257 | 10 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Human Resources Manager does
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Typical tasks
- Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
- Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.
- Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures.
- Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
- Negotiate bargaining agreements and help interpret labor contracts.
- Advise managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.
Preparation
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Human Resources Managers), the median annual wage was $149,280 in May 2025, with 220,660 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $160,434, 7% higher.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $92,933 | $88,200 |
| 25th percentile | $120,827 | $111,110 |
| Median | $160,434 | $149,280 |
| 75th percentile | $200,000 | $199,290 |
| 90th percentile | $250,000 | $239,200+ |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $92,933 |
| 25th | $120,827 |
| 50th (median) | $160,434 |
| 75th | $200,000 |
| 90th | $250,000 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $140,000 | $115,000 | $177,003 | 226 |
| FY2021 | $135,079 | $110,427 | $171,521 | 202 |
| FY2022 | $145,000 | $110,000 | $179,530 | 236 |
| FY2023 | $150,000 | $120,000 | $194,674 | 163 |
| FY2024 | $140,000 | $115,000 | $193,232 | 173 |
| FY2025 | $150,000 | $114,062 | $180,783 | 232 |
| FY2026 | $183,900 | $145,138 | $230,540 | 118 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Human Resources Manager make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Human Resources Manager jobs is $160,434 (350 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $120,827 and $200,000.
What does an entry-level Human Resources Manager earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $111,467. Level I accounts for 31% of Human Resources Manager filings.
Do H-1B Human Resources Managers earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($160,434) is 7% higher than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($149,280, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.