Office & Human Resources Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Office & Human Resources Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Office & Human Resources Assistant in the United States is $45,556 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,889
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,732 to $50,442
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,251
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View as table View as graph 25% $41,732 10% $38,251 90% $54,889 75% $50,442 $45,556 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Office & Human Resources Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $50,442 $4,203 $970 $24
Average $45,556 $3,796 $876 $22
25th Percentile $41,732 $3,478 $803 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Office & Human Resources Assistant Salaries

An Office & Human Resources Assistant'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Office & Human Resources Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Office & Human Resources Assistant'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): $45,197
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,746
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,250
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,497
  • Expert (over 8 years): $126,814
Levels Salary
Office & ... Level Office & Human Resources Assistant$45,197
Human Res... Level Office & Human Resources Assistant$53,746
Human Res... Level Office & Human Resources Assistant$62,250
Human Res... Level Office & Human Resources Assistant$108,497
Human Res... Level Office & Human Resources Assistant$126,814
$45,197 0 yr
$53,746 < 2 yrs
$62,250 2-4 yrs
$108,497 5-8 yrs
$126,814 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Office & Human Resources Assistant 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 Office & Human Resources Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $50,440.
  • California: $50,248.
  • Massachusetts: $49,579.

Top Paying Cities for Office & Human Resources Assistants

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:

  • San Jose: $57,460
  • San Francisco: $56,831
  • Oakland: $55,633

What Skills Can Increase an Office & Human Resources Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.57% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Employee Relations (Mentioned in 3.72% Job Postings): Establishing and managing all interactions with employees to achieve the goals of the organization.
  • Talent Acquisition (Mentioned in 1.6% Job Postings): Talent acquisition is the process of identifying organizational staffing needs, recruiting qualified candidates and selecting the candidates best suited for the available positions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.57%
Employee Relations 3.72%
Talent Acquisition 1.6%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Office & Human Resources Assistant's salary.
  • Employment Law: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Business Administration: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Employee Engagement: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Employment Law
$53,301
17%
Business Administration
$52,389
15%
Employee Engagement
$51,023
12%
Employee Relations
$50,567
11%
Talent Acquisition
$50,112
10%
Leadership
$50,112
10%
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Office & Human Resources Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Office & Human Resources Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Office & Human Resources Assistant positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Office & Human Resources Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Office & Human Resources Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$54,667$26.020%

How Education impacts an Office & Human Resources Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Office & Human Resources Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Office & Human Resources Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $43,855 and $46,746).

Office & Human Resources Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Office & Human Resources Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 18.0%
Associates 12.1%
Bachelors 58.9%
Masters 9.8%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Office & Human Resources Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Office & Human Resources Assistant'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Office & Human Resources Assistant

Salaries for an Office & Human Resources Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,327 in 2023 to around $43,077 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Office & Human Resources Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Office & Human Resources Assistant Over Time

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2023
$43,327
2024
$43,422
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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Office & Human Resources Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Office & Human Resources Assistant?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Office & Human Resources Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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