Hris Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Hris Assistant make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hris Assistant in the United States is $65,269 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Hris Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,017
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,657 to $70,371
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,817
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Hris Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $70,371 $5,864 $1,353 $34
Average $65,269 $5,439 $1,255 $31
25th Percentile $56,657 $4,721 $1,090 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Hris Assistant Salaries

A Hris 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 Hris Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hris 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): $46,835
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $52,109
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,867
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $101,557
  • Expert (over 8 years): $111,425
Levels Salary
HRIS Cler... Level Hris Assistant$46,835
HRIS Cler... Level Hris Assistant$52,109
Hris Assi... Level Hris Assistant$65,867
HRIS Supe... Level Hris Assistant$101,557
HRIS Supe... Level Hris Assistant$111,425
$46,835 0 yr
$52,109 < 2 yrs
$65,867 2-4 yrs
$101,557 5-8 yrs
$111,425 > 8 yrs
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How Do Hris 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 Hris Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $72,265.
  • California: $71,991.
  • Massachusetts: $71,032.

Top Paying Cities for Hris 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: $82,323
  • San Francisco: $81,514
  • Oakland: $79,706

What Skills Can Increase a Hris Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Integrity (Mentioned in 4.08% Job Postings): Is about having strong principles and values, which you demonstrate through your conduct in the work environment. A common integrity definition states that people with integrity do the right thing even when nobody is watching.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.81% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Auditing (Mentioned in 1.07% Job Postings): Auditing refers to the independent examination of financial information of any entity whether profit oriented or not. It is a safeguard measure that prevents corruption.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Integrity 4.08%
Data Entry 1.81%
Auditing 1.07%
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 Hris Assistant's salary.
  • Talent Management: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Oracle: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Talent Management
$76,364
17%
Oracle
$76,364
17%
Computer Science
$75,059
15%
Project Management
$74,406
14%
Process Improvement
$74,406
14%
HRIS Systems
$74,406
14%
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How Education impacts a Hris Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Hris 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 a Hris Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $63,860 and $68,339).

Hris Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Hris Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.4%
High School 34.3%
Associates 17.1%
Bachelors 41.4%
Masters 5.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Hris Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hris 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 March 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Hris Assistant

Salaries for a Hris Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $56,813 in 2023 to around $54,471 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Hris Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Hris Assistant Over Time

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