What are the main factors that influence an HR Generalist's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for HR Generalist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for HR Generalist roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An HR Generalist's salary?

An HR Generalist's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Generalist I (0-2 years)earns $58,039, a HR Generalist (2-4 years)earns $72,092, a Human Resources Generalist III (4-7 years)earns $88,396, a Human Resources Generalist IV (7+ years)earns $106,659, a Human Resources Supervisor (7+ years)earns $103,855,

What are the highest paying states for an HR Generalist?

HR Generalist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HR Generalist roles are District of Columbia $79,408, California $79,107, Massachusetts $78,053. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HR Generalist roles make?

Salaries for HR Generalist level roles vary by specialization: HR Generalist IV: $108,280; HR Generalist III: $89,800; Senior HR Generalist: $89,753; Intermediate HR Generalist: $73,203; HR Generalist II: $73,200.

HR Generalist Salary in Delaware

How much does an HR Generalist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an HR Generalist in Delaware is $72,631 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, an HR Generalist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,627
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,879 to $79,957
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,821

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HR Generalist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,957	$6,663	$1,538	$38
Average	$72,631	$6,053	$1,397	$35
25th Percentile	$64,879	$5,407	$1,248	$31

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Key Factors That Influence HR Generalist Salaries

An HR Generalist'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 Generalist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an HR Generalist'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): $58,039
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,092
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,396
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,659
Expert (over 8 years): $103,855

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level HR Generalist	$58,039
HR Genera... Level HR Generalist	$72,092
Human Res... Level HR Generalist	$88,396
Human Res... Level HR Generalist	$106,659
Human Res... Level HR Generalist	$103,855

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How Do HR Generalist 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 Generalists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,408.
California: $79,107.
Massachusetts: $78,053.

District of Columbia $79,408 California $79,107 Massachusetts $78,053 Washington $77,766 New Jersey $77,737 Alaska $77,637 Connecticut $76,647 New York $76,246

Hawaii $74,962 Rhode Island $74,359 Maryland $73,950 Minnesota $73,391 Colorado $73,176 Illinois $73,104 Oregon $72,832 Delaware $72,631

New Hampshire $72,505 Virginia $72,222 Pennsylvania $71,397 Nevada $70,981 North Dakota $70,845 Michigan $70,630 Wisconsin $70,551 Vermont $70,393

Texas $69,956 Maine $69,927 Arizona $69,884 Ohio $69,834 Georgia $69,174 Indiana $68,844 Wyoming $68,779 Utah $68,679

Iowa $68,636 Kansas $68,292 Louisiana $68,191 North Carolina $68,156 Missouri $68,141 Florida $67,861 Montana $67,711 Nebraska $67,567

Kentucky $67,489 South Carolina $67,202 Tennessee $67,022 Idaho $66,951 New Mexico $66,427 Oklahoma $66,312 Alabama $65,889 South Dakota $65,179

Arkansas $64,792 West Virginia $64,584 Mississippi $63,960

Top Paying Cities for HR Generalists

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: $72,304
Little Creek: $72,833
Magnolia: $72,728

Lincoln, DE $72,304 Little Creek, DE $72,833 Magnolia, DE $72,728 Milford, DE $72,487 Marydel, DE $72,606 Millsboro, DE $72,000 Millville, DE $72,112 Milton, DE $72,236

Nassau, DE $72,289 Ocean View, DE $72,099 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,238 Seaford, DE $72,279 Selbyville, DE $71,980 Smyrna, DE $72,883 Viola, DE $72,548 Woodside, DE $72,743

Bear, DE $72,575 Newark, DE $72,548 Claymont, DE $72,696 Delaware City, DE $72,620 Hockessin, DE $72,541 Kirkwood, DE $72,606 Middletown, DE $72,634 Montchanin, DE $72,558

New Castle, DE $72,568 Odessa, DE $72,670 Port Penn, DE $72,719 Rockland, DE $72,565 Saint Georges, DE $72,611 Townsend, DE $72,723 Winterthur, DE $72,573 Lewes, DE $72,264

Wilmington, DE $72,545 Dover, DE $72,833 Dover Afb, DE $72,449 Bethany Beach, DE $72,023 Bethel, DE $72,098 Bridgeville, DE $72,268 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,628 Cheswold, DE $72,809

Clayton, DE $72,812 Dagsboro, DE $71,973 Delmar, DE $71,858 Ellendale, DE $72,076 Felton, DE $72,482 Fenwick Island, DE $71,989 Frankford, DE $71,863 Frederica, DE $72,553

Georgetown, DE $71,946 Greenwood, DE $72,279 Harbeson, DE $72,023 Harrington, DE $72,390 Hartly, DE $72,615 Houston, DE $72,287 Kenton, DE $72,815 Laurel, DE $71,903

Yorklyn, DE $72,563

HR Generalist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For HR Generalist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, HR Generalist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view HR Generalist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an HR Generalist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$90,789	$44.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$83,525	$40.0	15%
Financial Services	$83,525	$40.0	15%
Internet	$83,525	$40.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$79,894	$38.0	10%

HR Generalist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an HR Generalist'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 July 01, 2026

$64,879

Average $72,631/year

$79,957

$5,407

Average $6,053/month

$6,663

$1,248

Average $1,397/week

$1,538

$31

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,957	$6,663	$1,538	$38
Average	$72,631	$6,053	$1,397	$35
25th Percentile	$64,879	$5,407	$1,248	$31

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