What are the main factors that influence a Human Resources Lead's salary?

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

How does experience change A Human Resources Lead's salary?

A Human Resources Lead's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Generalist III (4-7 years)earns $90,672, a Human Resources Generalist IV (7+ years)earns $109,498, a Human Resources Lead (7+ years)earns $106,517, a Human Resources Manager (7+ years)earns $124,485, an Associate Human Resources Director (7+ years)earns $156,049,

What are the highest paying states for a Human Resources Lead?

Human Resources Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Human Resources Lead roles are District of Columbia $110,827, California $110,407, Massachusetts $108,936. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Human Resources Lead roles make?

Salaries for Human Resources Lead level roles vary by specialization: Director of Human Resources: $173,150; Human Resources Director: $173,145; Lead Human Resources Business Partner: $155,969; Human Resources Consultant: $138,106; Human Resources Business Partner IV: $121,000.

Human Resources Lead Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Human Resources Lead make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Resources Lead in Rhode Island is $103,781 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Human Resources Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,344
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,645 to $116,638
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,685

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Human Resources Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,638	$9,720	$2,243	$56
Average	$103,781	$8,648	$1,996	$50
25th Percentile	$90,645	$7,554	$1,743	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Human Resources Lead Salaries

A Human Resources Lead'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 Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Resources Lead'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): $90,672
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,498
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,517
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,485
Expert (over 8 years): $156,049

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level Human Resources Lead	$90,672
Human Res... Level Human Resources Lead	$109,498
Human Res... Level Human Resources Lead	$106,517
Human Res... Level Human Resources Lead	$124,485
Associate... Level Human Resources Lead	$156,049

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How Do Human Resources Lead 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 Human Resources Leads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $110,827.
California: $110,407.
Massachusetts: $108,936.

District of Columbia $110,827 California $110,407 Massachusetts $108,936 Washington $108,535 New Jersey $108,495 Alaska $108,355 Connecticut $106,974 New York $106,413

Hawaii $104,621 Rhode Island $103,781 Maryland $103,210 Minnesota $102,429 Colorado $102,129 Illinois $102,029 Oregon $101,649 Delaware $101,368

New Hampshire $101,192 Virginia $100,798 Pennsylvania $99,647 Nevada $99,066 North Dakota $98,876 Michigan $98,576 Wisconsin $98,465 Vermont $98,245

Texas $97,635 Maine $97,595 Arizona $97,535 Ohio $97,464 Georgia $96,544 Indiana $96,083 Wyoming $95,993 Utah $95,853

Iowa $95,793 Kansas $95,312 Louisiana $95,172 North Carolina $95,122 Missouri $95,102 Florida $94,712 Montana $94,502 Nebraska $94,301

Kentucky $94,191 South Carolina $93,791 Tennessee $93,541 Idaho $93,441 New Mexico $92,710 Oklahoma $92,550 Alabama $91,959 South Dakota $90,968

Arkansas $90,428 West Virginia $90,137 Mississippi $89,267

Top Paying Cities for Human Resources Leads

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:

Adamsville: $105,482
Albion: $103,731
Ashaway: $105,883

Adamsville, RI $105,482 Albion, RI $103,731 Ashaway, RI $105,883 Barrington, RI $103,731 Block Island, RI $105,332 Bradford, RI $105,813 Bristol, RI $103,630 Carolina, RI $104,952

Charlestown, RI $105,062 Chepachet, RI $103,530 Clayville, RI $103,630 Coventry, RI $103,530 West Greenwich, RI $103,460 East Greenwich, RI $103,600 Exeter, RI $105,813 Fiskeville, RI $103,731

Forestdale, RI $103,630 Foster, RI $103,460 Glendale, RI $103,460 Greene, RI $104,621 Greenville, RI $103,731 Harmony, RI $103,700 Harrisville, RI $103,530 Hope, RI $103,731

Hope Valley, RI $105,883 Hopkinton, RI $105,913 Jamestown, RI $104,852 Kenyon, RI $105,783 Little Compton, RI $105,442 Manville, RI $103,731 Mapleville, RI $103,460 Newport, RI $104,872

Middletown, RI $105,312 North Kingstown, RI $103,430 North Scituate, RI $103,700 Oakland, RI $103,560 Pascoag, RI $103,500 Pawtucket, RI $103,731 Central Falls, RI $103,731 Cumberland, RI $103,731

Lincoln, RI $103,731 Portsmouth, RI $104,451 Prudence Island, RI $103,530 Rockville, RI $105,913 Saunderstown, RI $104,912 Shannock, RI $105,752 Slatersville, RI $103,630 Slocum, RI $104,912

Tiverton, RI $105,512 Wakefield, RI $104,802 Kingston, RI $104,822 Narragansett, RI $104,842 Peace Dale, RI $104,802 Warren, RI $103,700 Warwick, RI $103,731 Westerly, RI $105,943

West Kingston, RI $104,882 West Warwick, RI $103,731 Wood River Junction, RI $105,813 Woonsocket, RI $103,630 North Smithfield, RI $103,700 Wyoming, RI $105,783 Providence, RI $103,731 Cranston, RI $103,731

North Providence, RI $103,731 East Providence, RI $103,731 Riverside, RI $103,731 Rumford, RI $103,731 Smithfield, RI $103,731 Johnston, RI $103,731

Human Resources Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Resources Lead'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 January 01, 2026

$90,645

Average $103,781/year

$116,638

$7,554

Average $8,648/month

$9,720

$1,743

Average $1,996/week

$2,243

$44

Average $50/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,638	$9,720	$2,243	$56
Average	$103,781	$8,648	$1,996	$50
25th Percentile	$90,645	$7,554	$1,743	$44

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