What are the main factors that influence an Accounting and Human Resource Assistant'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 Accounting and Human Resource Assistant?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting and Human Resource Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accounting and Human Resource Assistant's salary?

An Accounting and Human Resource Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $44,319, a Accounting and Human Resource Assistant (1-3 years)earns $52,702, a Human Resources Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $61,041, a Human Resources Supervisor (5+ years)earns $106,389, a Human Resources Manager (5+ years)earns $124,351,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting and Human Resource Assistant?

Accounting and Human Resource Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting and Human Resource Assistant roles are District of Columbia $58,134, California $57,914, Massachusetts $57,142. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounting and Human Resource Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Accounting and Human Resource Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Director of Human Resource: $179,254; Human Resource Supervisor: $103,470; human resource executive: $75,379; Human Resource Officer: $72,894; Human Resource Coordinator: $72,769.

Accounting and Human Resource Assistant Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Accounting and Human Resource Assistant make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting and Human Resource Assistant in Rhode Island is $54,438 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Accounting and Human Resource Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,360
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,774 to $62,772
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,618

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Accounting and Human Resource Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,772	$5,231	$1,207	$30
Average	$54,438	$4,537	$1,047	$26
25th Percentile	$48,774	$4,065	$938	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting and Human Resource Assistant Salaries

An Accounting and Human Resource 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Accounting and Human Resource Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting and Human Resource 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): $44,319
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,702
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,041
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,389
Expert (over 8 years): $124,351

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level Accounting and Human Resource Assistant	$44,319
Accountin... Level Accounting and Human Resource Assistant	$52,702
Human Res... Level Accounting and Human Resource Assistant	$61,041
Human Res... Level Accounting and Human Resource Assistant	$106,389
Human Res... Level Accounting and Human Resource Assistant	$124,351

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How Do Accounting and Human Resource 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 Accounting and Human Resource Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,134.
California: $57,914.
Massachusetts: $57,142.

District of Columbia $58,134 California $57,914 Massachusetts $57,142 Washington $56,932 New Jersey $56,911 Alaska $56,838 Connecticut $56,113 New York $55,819

Hawaii $54,879 Rhode Island $54,438 Maryland $54,139 Minnesota $53,729 Colorado $53,572 Illinois $53,519 Oregon $53,320 Delaware $53,173

New Hampshire $53,080 Virginia $52,873 Pennsylvania $52,270 Nevada $51,965 North Dakota $51,865 Michigan $51,708 Wisconsin $51,650 Vermont $51,534

Texas $51,214 Maine $51,193 Arizona $51,162 Ohio $51,125 Georgia $50,642 Indiana $50,400 Wyoming $50,353 Utah $50,280

Iowa $50,248 Kansas $49,996 Louisiana $49,923 North Carolina $49,896 Missouri $49,886 Florida $49,681 Montana $49,571 Nebraska $49,466

Kentucky $49,408 South Carolina $49,198 Tennessee $49,067 Idaho $49,014 New Mexico $48,631 Oklahoma $48,547 Alabama $48,237 South Dakota $47,717

Arkansas $47,434 West Virginia $47,281 Mississippi $46,825

Top Paying Cities for Accounting and Human Resource 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:

Adamsville: $55,118
Albion: $54,653
Ashaway: $55,014

Adamsville, RI $55,118 Albion, RI $54,653 Ashaway, RI $55,014 Barrington, RI $54,509 Block Island, RI $54,812 Bradford, RI $54,981 Bristol, RI $54,719 Carolina, RI $54,890

Charlestown, RI $54,910 Chepachet, RI $54,801 Clayville, RI $54,648 Coventry, RI $54,651 West Greenwich, RI $54,801 East Greenwich, RI $54,614 Exeter, RI $54,786 Fiskeville, RI $54,508

Forestdale, RI $54,928 Foster, RI $54,772 Glendale, RI $54,932 Greene, RI $54,844 Greenville, RI $54,529 Harmony, RI $54,599 Harrisville, RI $54,908 Hope, RI $54,542

Hope Valley, RI $54,966 Hopkinton, RI $55,038 Jamestown, RI $54,854 Kenyon, RI $54,883 Little Compton, RI $55,110 Manville, RI $54,725 Mapleville, RI $54,811 Newport, RI $54,910

Middletown, RI $54,934 North Kingstown, RI $54,708 North Scituate, RI $54,600 Oakland, RI $54,871 Pascoag, RI $54,945 Pawtucket, RI $54,428 Central Falls, RI $54,452 Cumberland, RI $54,761

Lincoln, RI $54,506 Portsmouth, RI $54,904 Prudence Island, RI $54,791 Rockville, RI $55,030 Saunderstown, RI $54,821 Shannock, RI $54,886 Slatersville, RI $54,928 Slocum, RI $54,820

Tiverton, RI $55,071 Wakefield, RI $54,868 Kingston, RI $54,847 Narragansett, RI $54,883 Peace Dale, RI $54,861 Warren, RI $54,650 Warwick, RI $54,497 Westerly, RI $55,027

West Kingston, RI $54,864 West Warwick, RI $54,564 Wood River Junction, RI $54,943 Woonsocket, RI $54,931 North Smithfield, RI $54,806 Wyoming, RI $54,886 Providence, RI $54,412 Cranston, RI $54,419

North Providence, RI $54,425 East Providence, RI $54,415 Riverside, RI $54,433 Rumford, RI $54,425 Smithfield, RI $54,535 Johnston, RI $54,444

Accounting and Human Resource Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting and Human Resource Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Accounting and Human Resource Assistant positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting and Human Resource Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting and Human Resource Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$70,769	$34.0	30%
Internet	$68,048	$33.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$62,604	$30.0	15%
Chemicals	$59,882	$29.0	10%
Insurance	$59,882	$29.0	10%

Accounting and Human Resource Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting and Human Resource 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

$48,774

Average $54,438/year

$62,772

$4,065

Average $4,537/month

$5,231

$938

Average $1,047/week

$1,207

$23

Average $26/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,772	$5,231	$1,207	$30
Average	$54,438	$4,537	$1,047	$26
25th Percentile	$48,774	$4,065	$938	$23

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