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Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salary in California

How much does a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager in California is $154,260 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

However, a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,229
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,360 to $168,900
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,794
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Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $168,900 $14,075 $3,248 $81
Average $154,260 $12,855 $2,967 $74
25th Percentile $139,360 $11,613 $2,680 $67
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Key Factors That Influence Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salaries

A Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager'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 Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager'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:

  • Human Resource Information System Supervisor (7+ years): $113,624
  • Human Resource Information System Senior Supervisor (7+ years): $124,562
  • Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager (7+ years): $154,255
  • Director of HRIS (7+ years): $166,741
  • Top Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Executive (7+ years): $238,476
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Human Resource Information System Supervisor7+ years$113,624
Human Resource Information System Senior Supervisor7+ years$124,562
Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager7+ years$154,255
Director of HRIS7+ years$166,741
Top Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Executive7+ years$238,476
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Top Paying Cities for Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Managers

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:

  • Los Angeles: $154,530
  • West Hollywood: $154,410
  • Dodgertown: $154,520

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $172,685. While startup companies pay approximate $146,088.

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$146,088
Growth Stage51~500$154,505
Established501~5000$166,758
Enterprise5000+$172,685

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 56% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$200,538$96.030%
Internet$197,453$95.028%
Biotechnology$185,112$89.020%
Financial Services$185,112$89.020%
Energy & Utilities$178,942$86.016%

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager'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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$139,360
Average $154,260/year
$168,900
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Average $12,855/month
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$2,680
Average $2,967/week
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Average $74/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $168,900 $14,075 $3,248 $81
Average $154,260 $12,855 $2,967 $74
25th Percentile $139,360 $11,613 $2,680 $67

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager
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Top Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Executive

For a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Director of HRIS role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $166,800 - a projected growth of 8% over your current level.

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