HR and Operations Systems Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a HR and Operations Systems Manager make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a HR and Operations Systems Manager in the United States is $124,099 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

However, a HR and Operations Systems Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,464
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,409 to $133,712
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,855
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HR and Operations Systems Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $133,712 $11,143 $2,571 $64
Average $124,099 $10,342 $2,387 $60
25th Percentile $111,409 $9,284 $2,142 $54
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Key Factors That Influence HR and Operations Systems Manager Salaries

A HR and Operations Systems Manager'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 HR and Operations Systems Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a HR and Operations Systems Manager'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): $108,537
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $105,581
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,392
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $154,678
  • Expert (over 8 years): $173,474
Levels Salary
Human Res... Level HR and Operations Systems Manager$108,537
Human Res... Level HR and Operations Systems Manager$105,581
HR and Op... Level HR and Operations Systems Manager$123,392
Associate... Level HR and Operations Systems Manager$154,678
Human Res... Level HR and Operations Systems Manager$173,474
$108,537 0 yr
$105,581 < 2 yrs
$123,392 2-4 yrs
$154,678 5-8 yrs
$173,474 > 8 yrs
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How Do HR and Operations Systems Manager 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 and Operations Systems Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $137,402.
  • California: $136,881.
  • Massachusetts: $135,057.

Top Paying Cities for HR and Operations Systems Managers

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: $156,526
  • San Francisco: $154,987
  • Oakland: $151,550

What Skills Can Increase a HR and Operations Systems Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.1% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 3.15% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Benefit Administration (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Benefits administration is the process of assembling and managing the benefits an organization provides to employees.
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Leadership 9.1%
Microsoft Office 3.15%
Benefit Administration 1.64%
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 a HR and Operations Systems Manager's salary.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Change Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Partnering
 $129,063
4%
Change Management
 $129,063
4%
Commitment
 $127,822
3%
Project Management
 $127,822
3%
Team Management
 $127,822
3%
Collaboration
 $127,822
3%
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How Education impacts a HR and Operations Systems Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many HR and Operations Systems Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a HR and Operations Systems Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $115,932 and $123,691).

HR and Operations Systems Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for HR and Operations Systems Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 11.0%
Associates 7.8%
Bachelors 49.4%
Masters 29.3%
Doctorate 1.3%
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HR and Operations Systems Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a HR and Operations Systems Manager'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.

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$111,409
Average $124,099/year
$133,712
$9,284
Average $10,342/month
$11,143
$2,142
Average $2,387/week
$2,571
$54
Average $60/hour
$64
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $133,712 $11,143 $2,571 $64
Average $124,099 $10,342 $2,387 $60
25th Percentile $111,409 $9,284 $2,142 $54

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Salary Trends for HR and Operations Systems Manager

Salaries for a HR and Operations Systems Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $106,465 in 2023 to around $104,775 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of HR and Operations Systems Manager salary trends, .

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