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Human Resources Administrative Assistant Salary in Massachusetts

How much does a Human Resources Administrative Assistant make in Massachusetts?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Resources Administrative Assistant in Massachusetts is $56,811 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,575
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,543 to $64,539
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,836
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Human Resources Administrative Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
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Wage
75th Percentile $64,539 $5,378 $1,241 $31
Average $56,811 $4,734 $1,093 $27
25th Percentile $50,543 $4,212 $972 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Human Resources Administrative Assistant Salaries

A Human Resources Administrative 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 Resources Administrative Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Resources Administrative 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): $48,141
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $57,247
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,305
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,564
  • Expert (over 8 years): $135,074
Levels Salary
Human Res... Level Human Resources Administrative Assistant$48,141
Human Res... Level Human Resources Administrative Assistant$57,247
Human Res... Level Human Resources Administrative Assistant$66,305
Human Res... Level Human Resources Administrative Assistant$115,564
Human Res... Level Human Resources Administrative Assistant$135,074
$48,141 0 yr
$57,247 < 2 yrs
$66,305 2-4 yrs
$115,564 5-8 yrs
$135,074 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Human Resources Administrative 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:

  • Agawam: $53,850
  • Amherst: $54,244
  • Barre: $54,785

Human Resources Administrative Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Human Resources Administrative Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$73,855$36.030%
Internet$71,014$34.025%
Energy & Utilities$65,333$31.015%
Chemicals$62,492$30.010%
Insurance$62,492$30.010%

Human Resources Administrative Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Resources Administrative 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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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$50,543
Average $56,811/year
$64,539
$4,212
Average $4,734/month
$5,378
$972
Average $1,093/week
$1,241
$24
Average $27/hour
$31
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $64,539 $5,378 $1,241 $31
Average $56,811 $4,734 $1,093 $27
25th Percentile $50,543 $4,212 $972 $24

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