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

A Human Resources Associate's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $46,187, a Human Resources Associate (1-3 years)earns $54,904, a Human Resources Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $63,594, a Human Resources Supervisor (5+ years)earns $110,853, a Human Resources Manager (5+ years)earns $129,560,

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

Human Resources Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Human Resources Associate roles are District of Columbia $58,800, California $58,577, Massachusetts $57,796. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Human Resources Associate level roles vary by specialization: Human Resources Director: $173,194; Associate Director Of Human Resources: $156,031; Associate Human Resources Director: $154,428; Regional Human Resources Manager: $111,047; Human Resources Supervisor: $105,406.

Human Resources Associate Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Human Resources Associate make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Resources Associate in Hawaii is $55,507 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,185
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,815 to $63,713
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,632

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Human Resources Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,713	$5,309	$1,225	$31
Average	$55,507	$4,626	$1,067	$27
25th Percentile	$49,815	$4,151	$958	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Human Resources Associate Salaries

A Human Resources Associate'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 Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Resources Associate'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): $46,187
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,904
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,594
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,853
Expert (over 8 years): $129,560

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$46,187
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$54,904
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$63,594
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$110,853
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$129,560

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

District of Columbia: $58,800.
California: $58,577.
Massachusetts: $57,796.

District of Columbia $58,800 California $58,577 Massachusetts $57,796 Washington $57,584 New Jersey $57,563 Alaska $57,488 Connecticut $56,755 New York $56,458

Hawaii $55,507 Rhode Island $55,061 Maryland $54,759 Minnesota $54,344 Colorado $54,185 Illinois $54,132 Oregon $53,930 Delaware $53,781

New Hampshire $53,688 Virginia $53,479 Pennsylvania $52,868 Nevada $52,560 North Dakota $52,459 Michigan $52,300 Wisconsin $52,241 Vermont $52,125

Texas $51,801 Maine $51,779 Arizona $51,747 Ohio $51,710 Georgia $51,222 Indiana $50,977 Wyoming $50,930 Utah $50,855

Iowa $50,823 Kansas $50,568 Louisiana $50,494 North Carolina $50,468 Missouri $50,457 Florida $50,250 Montana $50,138 Nebraska $50,032

Kentucky $49,974 South Carolina $49,761 Tennessee $49,628 Idaho $49,575 New Mexico $49,188 Oklahoma $49,103 Alabama $48,789 South Dakota $48,264

Arkansas $47,977 West Virginia $47,823 Mississippi $47,361

Top Paying Cities for Human Resources Associates

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:

Aiea: $55,226
Anahola: $54,854
Captain Cook: $54,854

Aiea, HI $55,226 Anahola, HI $54,854 Captain Cook, HI $54,854 Eleele, HI $54,854 Ewa Beach, HI $55,226 Kapolei, HI $55,104 Haiku, HI $54,854 Hakalau, HI $54,854

Haleiwa, HI $54,854 Hana, HI $54,854 Hanalei, HI $54,854 Hanamaulu, HI $54,854 Hanapepe, HI $54,854 Hauula, HI $54,976 Hawaii National Park, HI $54,854 Hawi, HI $54,854

Hilo, HI $54,854 Princeville, HI $54,854 Holualoa, HI $54,854 Honaunau, HI $54,854 Honokaa, HI $54,854 Honomu, HI $54,854 Hoolehua, HI $54,854 Kaaawa, HI $55,077

Kahuku, HI $54,854 Kahului, HI $54,854 Kailua, HI $55,226 Ocean View, HI $54,854 Waikoloa, HI $54,854 Keauhou, HI $54,854 Kailua Kona, HI $54,854 Kalaheo, HI $54,854

Kalaupapa, HI $54,854 Kamuela, HI $54,854 Kaneohe, HI $55,226 Kapaa, HI $54,854 Kaumakani, HI $54,854 Kaunakakai, HI $54,854 Keaau, HI $54,854 Kealakekua, HI $54,854

Kealia, HI $54,854 Kekaha, HI $54,854 Kihei, HI $54,854 Kilauea, HI $54,854 Kapaau, HI $54,854 Koloa, HI $54,854 Kualapuu, HI $54,854 Kunia, HI $55,051

Kurtistown, HI $54,854 Lahaina, HI $54,854 Laie, HI $54,902 Lanai City, HI $54,854 Laupahoehoe, HI $54,854 Lawai, HI $54,854 Lihue, HI $54,854 Makawao, HI $54,854

Makaweli, HI $54,854 Maunaloa, HI $54,854 Mountain View, HI $54,854 Naalehu, HI $54,854 Ninole, HI $54,854 Ookala, HI $54,854 Paauilo, HI $54,854 Pahala, HI $54,854

Pahoa, HI $54,854 Paia, HI $54,854 Papaaloa, HI $54,854 Papaikou, HI $54,854 Pearl City, HI $55,226 Pepeekeo, HI $54,854 Puunene, HI $54,854 Volcano, HI $54,854

Wahiawa, HI $55,051 Pukalani, HI $54,854 Mililani, HI $55,125 Kula, HI $54,854 Waialua, HI $54,854 Waianae, HI $54,902 Wailuku, HI $54,854 Waimanalo, HI $55,226

Waimea, HI $54,854 Waipahu, HI $55,199 Honolulu, HI $55,226 J B P H H, HI $55,226 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $55,077 Schofield Barracks, HI $55,029 Fort Shafter, HI $55,226 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $55,226

Camp H M Smith, HI $55,226 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $55,199 Wake Island, HI $55,226

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

Understanding how a Human Resources Associate'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 April 01, 2026

$49,815

Average $55,507/year

$63,713

$4,151

Average $4,626/month

$5,309

$958

Average $1,067/week

$1,225

$24

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,713	$5,309	$1,225	$31
Average	$55,507	$4,626	$1,067	$27
25th Percentile	$49,815	$4,151	$958	$24

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