What are the main factors that influence a HR Programs Assistant I's salary?

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

How does experience change A HR Programs Assistant 's salary?

A HR Programs Assistant 's salary grows with experience: a HR Programs Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $42,481, an Employee Records Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $55,630, an Employee Records Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $64,495, a HR Data Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $84,662, a HR Data Operations Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $100,540,

What are the highest paying states for a HR Programs Assistant I?

HR Programs Assistant I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HR Programs Assistant I roles are District of Columbia $46,463, California $46,283, Massachusetts $45,673. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HR Programs Assistant roles make?

Salaries for HR Programs Assistant level roles vary by specialization: SVP of HR Programs: $236,890; VP of HR Programs: $215,600; HR Programs Director: $205,790; HR Programs Manager: $120,250; HR Programs Supervisor: $83,600.

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HR Programs Assistant I Salary in Delaware

How much does a HR Programs Assistant I make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a HR Programs Assistant I in Delaware is $42,503 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a HR Programs Assistant I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,584
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,333 to $46,733
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,536

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HR Programs Assistant I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,733	$3,894	$899	$22
Average	$42,503	$3,542	$817	$20
25th Percentile	$38,333	$3,194	$737	$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): $42,481
Employee Records Clerk II (1-3 years): $55,630
Employee Records Clerk III (3-5 years): $64,495
HR Data Operations Supervisor (5+ years): $84,662
HR Data Operations Senior Supervisor (5+ years): $100,540

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
HR Programs Assistant I	0-1 years	$42,481
Employee Records Clerk II	1-3 years	$55,630
Employee Records Clerk III	3-5 years	$64,495
HR Data Operations Supervisor	5+ years	$84,662
HR Data Operations Senior Supervisor	5+ years	$100,540

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How Do HR Programs Assistant I 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 Programs Assistant Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,463.
California: $46,283.
Massachusetts: $45,673.

District of Columbia $46,463 California $46,283 Massachusetts $45,673 Washington $45,503 New Jersey $45,483 Alaska $45,423 Connecticut $44,843 New York $44,613

Hawaii $43,863 Rhode Island $43,513 Maryland $43,273 Minnesota $42,943 Colorado $42,813 Illinois $42,773 Oregon $42,613 Delaware $42,503

New Hampshire $42,423 Virginia $42,263 Pennsylvania $41,773 Nevada $41,533 North Dakota $41,453 Michigan $41,333 Wisconsin $41,283 Vermont $41,193

Texas $40,933 Maine $40,913 Arizona $40,893 Ohio $40,863 Georgia $40,473 Indiana $40,283 Wyoming $40,243 Utah $40,183

Iowa $40,163 Kansas $39,963 Louisiana $39,903 North Carolina $39,883 Missouri $39,873 Florida $39,713 Montana $39,623 Nebraska $39,533

Kentucky $39,493 South Carolina $39,323 Tennessee $39,223 Idaho $39,173 New Mexico $38,873 Oklahoma $38,803 Alabama $38,553 South Dakota $38,143

Arkansas $37,913 West Virginia $37,793 Mississippi $37,423

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:

Lincoln: $42,303
Little Creek: $42,613
Magnolia: $42,553

Lincoln, DE $42,303 Little Creek, DE $42,613 Magnolia, DE $42,553 Milford, DE $42,413 Marydel, DE $42,483 Millsboro, DE $42,133 Millville, DE $42,193 Milton, DE $42,273

Nassau, DE $42,303 Ocean View, DE $42,183 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,273 Seaford, DE $42,293 Selbyville, DE $42,113 Smyrna, DE $42,643 Viola, DE $42,453 Woodside, DE $42,563

Bear, DE $42,463 Newark, DE $42,453 Claymont, DE $42,533 Delaware City, DE $42,493 Hockessin, DE $42,443 Kirkwood, DE $42,483 Middletown, DE $42,503 Montchanin, DE $42,453

New Castle, DE $42,463 Odessa, DE $42,523 Port Penn, DE $42,553 Rockland, DE $42,463 Saint Georges, DE $42,483 Townsend, DE $42,553 Winterthur, DE $42,463 Lewes, DE $42,283

Wilmington, DE $42,453 Dover, DE $42,613 Dover Afb, DE $42,393 Bethany Beach, DE $42,143 Bethel, DE $42,183 Bridgeville, DE $42,283 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,493 Cheswold, DE $42,603

Clayton, DE $42,603 Dagsboro, DE $42,113 Delmar, DE $42,043 Ellendale, DE $42,173 Felton, DE $42,413 Fenwick Island, DE $42,123 Frankford, DE $42,053 Frederica, DE $42,453

Georgetown, DE $42,103 Greenwood, DE $42,293 Harbeson, DE $42,143 Harrington, DE $42,353 Hartly, DE $42,493 Houston, DE $42,293 Kenton, DE $42,603 Laurel, DE $42,073

Yorklyn, DE $42,463

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.

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$38,333

Average $42,503/year

$46,733

$3,194

Average $3,542/month

$3,894

$737

Average $817/week

$899

$18

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,733	$3,894	$899	$22
Average	$42,503	$3,542	$817	$20
25th Percentile	$38,333	$3,194	$737	$18

HR Programs Assistant I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a HR Programs Assistant I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Employee Records Clerk II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $55,700 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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