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Hourly Wage for HR Programs Assistant I Salary in the United States

How much does a HR Programs Assistant I make hourly?

As of June 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a HR Programs Assistant I in the United States is $20, which translates to an annual salary of about $41,963.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $24 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $18 to $22 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $16 per hour
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HR Programs Assistant I Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $46,143 $3,845 $887 $22
Average $41,963 $3,497 $807 $20
25th Percentile $37,853 $3,154 $728 $18
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Key Factors That Influence HR Programs Assistant I Salaries

A HR Programs Assistant I'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 HR Programs Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a HR Programs Assistant I'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:

  • HR Programs Assistant I (0-1 years): $41,948
  • Employee Records Clerk II (1-3 years): $54,932
  • Employee Records Clerk III (3-5 years): $63,686
  • HR Data Operations Supervisor (5+ years): $83,600
  • HR Data Operations Senior Supervisor (5+ years): $99,279
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
HR Programs Assistant I0-1 years$41,948
Employee Records Clerk II1-3 years$54,932
Employee Records Clerk III3-5 years$63,686
HR Data Operations Supervisor5+ years$83,600
HR Data Operations Senior Supervisor5+ years$99,279
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Top Paying Cities for HR Programs Assistant Is

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: $52,923
  • San Francisco: $52,343
  • Oakland: $51,243

What Skills Can Increase a HR Programs Assistant I's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.98% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Talent Acquisition (Mentioned in 1.93% Job Postings): Talent acquisition is the process of identifying organizational staffing needs, recruiting qualified candidates and selecting the candidates best suited for the available positions.
  • Employment Law (Mentioned in 1.63% Job Postings): Applying the knowledge of employment law to regulate relationships between employers and employees.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.98%
Talent Acquisition 1.93%
Employment Law 1.63%
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 Programs Assistant I's salary.
  • Employee Engagement: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Employment Law: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Interviewing: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Employee Engagement
$52,873
26%
Employment Law
$49,097
17%
Interviewing
$48,257
15%
Talent Acquisition
$48,257
15%
Leadership
$47,838
14%
Coaching
$46,999
12%
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HR Programs Assistant I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a HR Programs Assistant I'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 June 01, 2026

Salary Trends for HR Programs Assistant I

Salaries for a HR Programs Assistant I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $44,920 in 2023 to around $44,182 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of HR Programs Assistant I salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of HR Programs Assistant I Over Time

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2024
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2024 $44,715
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