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 $45,811, a Human Resources Associate (1-3 years)earns $54,444, a Human Resources Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $63,062, a Human Resources Supervisor (5+ years)earns $109,936, a Human Resources Manager (5+ years)earns $128,482,

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 $58,780, California $58,557, Massachusetts $57,777. 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: $173,145; Associate Director Of Human Resources: $155,964; Associate Human Resources Director: $154,385; Regional Human Resources Manager: $111,048; Human Resources Supervisor: $105,381.

Human Resources Associate Salary in Rhode Island

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Resources Associate in Rhode Island is $55,043 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,594
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,401 to $63,183
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,264

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Human Resources Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,183	$5,265	$1,215	$30
Average	$55,043	$4,587	$1,059	$26
25th Percentile	$49,401	$4,117	$950	$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): $45,811
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,444
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,062
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,936
Expert (over 8 years): $128,482

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$45,811
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$54,444
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$63,062
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$109,936
Human Res... Level Human Resources Associate	$128,482

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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: $58,780.
California: $58,557.
Massachusetts: $57,777.

District of Columbia $58,780 California $58,557 Massachusetts $57,777 Washington $57,564 New Jersey $57,543 Alaska $57,469 Connecticut $56,736 New York $56,439

Hawaii $55,489 Rhode Island $55,043 Maryland $54,740 Minnesota $54,326 Colorado $54,167 Illinois $54,114 Oregon $53,912 Delaware $53,763

New Hampshire $53,670 Virginia $53,461 Pennsylvania $52,850 Nevada $52,542 North Dakota $52,441 Michigan $52,282 Wisconsin $52,224 Vermont $52,107

Texas $51,783 Maine $51,762 Arizona $51,730 Ohio $51,693 Georgia $51,204 Indiana $50,960 Wyoming $50,912 Utah $50,838

Iowa $50,806 Kansas $50,551 Louisiana $50,477 North Carolina $50,450 Missouri $50,440 Florida $50,233 Montana $50,121 Nebraska $50,015

Kentucky $49,957 South Carolina $49,744 Tennessee $49,612 Idaho $49,558 New Mexico $49,171 Oklahoma $49,086 Alabama $48,773 South Dakota $48,247

Arkansas $47,961 West Virginia $47,807 Mississippi $47,345

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:

Adamsville: $55,945
Albion: $55,016
Ashaway: $56,157

Adamsville, RI $55,945 Albion, RI $55,016 Ashaway, RI $56,157 Barrington, RI $55,016 Block Island, RI $55,865 Bradford, RI $56,120 Bristol, RI $54,963 Carolina, RI $55,664

Charlestown, RI $55,722 Chepachet, RI $54,910 Clayville, RI $54,963 Coventry, RI $54,910 West Greenwich, RI $54,873 East Greenwich, RI $54,947 Exeter, RI $56,120 Fiskeville, RI $55,016

Forestdale, RI $54,963 Foster, RI $54,873 Glendale, RI $54,873 Greene, RI $55,489 Greenville, RI $55,016 Harmony, RI $55,000 Harrisville, RI $54,910 Hope, RI $55,016

Hope Valley, RI $56,157 Hopkinton, RI $56,173 Jamestown, RI $55,611 Kenyon, RI $56,104 Little Compton, RI $55,924 Manville, RI $55,016 Mapleville, RI $54,873 Newport, RI $55,621

Middletown, RI $55,855 North Kingstown, RI $54,857 North Scituate, RI $55,000 Oakland, RI $54,926 Pascoag, RI $54,894 Pawtucket, RI $55,016 Central Falls, RI $55,016 Cumberland, RI $55,016

Lincoln, RI $55,016 Portsmouth, RI $55,398 Prudence Island, RI $54,910 Rockville, RI $56,173 Saunderstown, RI $55,642 Shannock, RI $56,088 Slatersville, RI $54,963 Slocum, RI $55,642

Tiverton, RI $55,961 Wakefield, RI $55,584 Kingston, RI $55,595 Narragansett, RI $55,605 Peace Dale, RI $55,584 Warren, RI $55,000 Warwick, RI $55,016 Westerly, RI $56,189

West Kingston, RI $55,627 West Warwick, RI $55,016 Wood River Junction, RI $56,120 Woonsocket, RI $54,963 North Smithfield, RI $55,000 Wyoming, RI $56,104 Providence, RI $55,016 Cranston, RI $55,016

North Providence, RI $55,016 East Providence, RI $55,016 Riverside, RI $55,016 Rumford, RI $55,016 Smithfield, RI $55,016 Johnston, RI $55,016

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 January 01, 2026

$49,401

Average $55,043/year

$63,183

$4,117

Average $4,587/month

$5,265

$950

Average $1,059/week

$1,215

$24

Average $26/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,183	$5,265	$1,215	$30
Average	$55,043	$4,587	$1,059	$26
25th Percentile	$49,401	$4,117	$950	$24

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