As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Human Factors Engineer in the US is $105,373, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,026 weekly, or $8,781 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Human Factors Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Human Factors Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $91,084 to $125,529. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,894) and 75th percentile ($115,924), while top earners (90th percentile) make $125,529 per year. This $18,030 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Human Factors Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 72 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Human Factors Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Human Factors Engineer Salary $91,084 US June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Human Factors Engineer Salary $97,894 US June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Human Factors Engineer Salary $105,373 US June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Human Factors Engineer Salary $115,924 US June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Human Factors Engineer Salary $125,529 US June 01, 2026
25% $97,894 10% $91,084 90% $125,529 75% $115,924 $105,373 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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