What are the main factors that influence a 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 Human Resource Assistant?

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

How does experience change A Human Resource Assistant's salary?

A Human Resource Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $43,968, a Human Resource Assistant (1-3 years)earns $52,280, a Human Resources Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $60,553, a Human Resources Supervisor (5+ years)earns $105,542, a Human Resources Manager (5+ years)earns $123,358,

What are the highest paying states for a Human Resource Assistant?

Human Resource Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Human Resource Assistant roles are District of Columbia $56,724, California $56,509, Massachusetts $55,756. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Human Resource Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Director of Human Resource: $179,235; Human Resource Supervisor: $103,463; human resource executive: $75,376; Human Resource Officer: $72,892; Human Resource Coordinator: $72,767.

Human Resource Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Human Resource Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Resource Assistant in Delaware is $51,882 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,363
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,157 to $58,939
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,945

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Human Resource Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,939	$4,912	$1,133	$28
Average	$51,882	$4,324	$998	$25
25th Percentile	$46,157	$3,846	$888	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Human Resource Assistant Salaries

A 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 Human Resource Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 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): $43,968
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,280
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,553
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $105,542
Expert (over 8 years): $123,358

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level Human Resource Assistant	$43,968
Human Res... Level Human Resource Assistant	$52,280
Human Res... Level Human Resource Assistant	$60,553
Human Res... Level Human Resource Assistant	$105,542
Human Res... Level Human Resource Assistant	$123,358

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

District of Columbia: $56,724.
California: $56,509.
Massachusetts: $55,756.

District of Columbia $56,724 California $56,509 Massachusetts $55,756 Washington $55,551 New Jersey $55,530 Alaska $55,458 Connecticut $54,751 New York $54,465

Hawaii $53,547 Rhode Island $53,117 Maryland $52,825 Minnesota $52,426 Colorado $52,272 Illinois $52,221 Oregon $52,026 Delaware $51,882

New Hampshire $51,792 Virginia $51,590 Pennsylvania $51,001 Nevada $50,704 North Dakota $50,607 Michigan $50,453 Wisconsin $50,397 Vermont $50,284

Texas $49,971 Maine $49,951 Arizona $49,920 Ohio $49,884 Georgia $49,413 Indiana $49,177 Wyoming $49,131 Utah $49,060

Iowa $49,029 Kansas $48,783 Louisiana $48,711 North Carolina $48,686 Missouri $48,675 Florida $48,476 Montana $48,368 Nebraska $48,265

Kentucky $48,209 South Carolina $48,004 Tennessee $47,876 Idaho $47,825 New Mexico $47,451 Oklahoma $47,369 Alabama $47,067 South Dakota $46,559

Arkansas $46,283 West Virginia $46,134 Mississippi $45,689

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Lincoln: $51,649
Little Creek: $52,027
Magnolia: $51,952

Lincoln, DE $51,649 Little Creek, DE $52,027 Magnolia, DE $51,952 Milford, DE $51,780 Marydel, DE $51,865 Millsboro, DE $51,432 Millville, DE $51,512 Milton, DE $51,601

Nassau, DE $51,638 Ocean View, DE $51,503 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,602 Seaford, DE $51,631 Selbyville, DE $51,417 Smyrna, DE $52,063 Viola, DE $51,823 Woodside, DE $51,962

Bear, DE $51,842 Newark, DE $51,823 Claymont, DE $51,929 Delaware City, DE $51,875 Hockessin, DE $51,818 Kirkwood, DE $51,865 Middletown, DE $51,885 Montchanin, DE $51,830

New Castle, DE $51,838 Odessa, DE $51,911 Port Penn, DE $51,945 Rockland, DE $51,835 Saint Georges, DE $51,869 Townsend, DE $51,949 Winterthur, DE $51,841 Lewes, DE $51,621

Wilmington, DE $51,821 Dover, DE $52,027 Dover Afb, DE $51,753 Bethany Beach, DE $51,449 Bethel, DE $51,502 Bridgeville, DE $51,623 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,880 Cheswold, DE $52,010

Clayton, DE $52,012 Dagsboro, DE $51,413 Delmar, DE $51,330 Ellendale, DE $51,486 Felton, DE $51,776 Fenwick Island, DE $51,424 Frankford, DE $51,334 Frederica, DE $51,827

Georgetown, DE $51,393 Greenwood, DE $51,631 Harbeson, DE $51,448 Harrington, DE $51,710 Hartly, DE $51,871 Houston, DE $51,637 Kenton, DE $52,014 Laurel, DE $51,362

Yorklyn, DE $51,834

Human Resource Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 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, Human Resource Assistant positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Human Resource Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Human Resource Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$67,447	$32.0	30%
Internet	$64,853	$31.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$59,665	$29.0	15%
Chemicals	$57,071	$27.0	10%
Insurance	$57,071	$27.0	10%

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

Understanding how a 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.

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$46,157

Average $51,882/year

$58,939

$3,846

Average $4,324/month

$4,912

$888

Average $998/week

$1,133

$22

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,939	$4,912	$1,133	$28
Average	$51,882	$4,324	$998	$25
25th Percentile	$46,157	$3,846	$888	$22

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