What are the main factors that influence an HR Lead'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 HR Lead?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for HR Lead roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An HR Lead's salary?

An HR Lead's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Generalist II (2-4 years)earns $76,230, a Human Resources Generalist III (4-7 years)earns $93,472, a HR Lead (7+ years)earns $112,768, a Human Resources Supervisor (7+ years)earns $109,821, a Human Resources Manager (7+ years)earns $128,362,

What are the highest paying states for an HR Lead?

HR Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HR Lead roles are District of Columbia $124,225, California $123,753, Massachusetts $122,104. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HR Lead roles make?

Salaries for HR Lead level roles vary by specialization: Top Division HR Executive: $197,970; HR Business Partner IV: $120,985; HR Data Analyst IV: $118,100; HR Programs Analyst IV: $118,050; HR Operations Analyst IV: $118,044.

HR Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does an HR Lead make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an HR Lead in Delaware is $113,622 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, an HR Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,809
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,877 to $125,236
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,825

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HR Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,236	$10,436	$2,408	$60
Average	$113,622	$9,468	$2,185	$55
25th Percentile	$105,877	$8,823	$2,036	$51

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Key Factors That Influence HR Lead Salaries

An HR Lead'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 HR Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an HR Lead'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): $76,230
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,472
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,768
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,821
Expert (over 8 years): $128,362

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level HR Lead	$76,230
Human Res... Level HR Lead	$93,472
HR Lead Level HR Lead	$112,768
Human Res... Level HR Lead	$109,821
Human Res... Level HR Lead	$128,362

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How Do HR Lead 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 Leads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $124,225.
California: $123,753.
Massachusetts: $122,104.

District of Columbia $124,225 California $123,753 Massachusetts $122,104 Washington $121,655 New Jersey $121,610 Alaska $121,453 Connecticut $119,905 New York $119,277

Hawaii $117,268 Rhode Island $116,326 Maryland $115,686 Minnesota $114,811 Colorado $114,475 Illinois $114,362 Oregon $113,936 Delaware $113,622

New Hampshire $113,424 Virginia $112,982 Pennsylvania $111,692 Nevada $111,041 North Dakota $110,828 Michigan $110,492 Wisconsin $110,368 Vermont $110,121

Texas $109,437 Maine $109,392 Arizona $109,325 Ohio $109,246 Georgia $108,214 Indiana $107,698 Wyoming $107,597 Utah $107,440

Iowa $107,373 Kansas $106,834 Louisiana $106,677 North Carolina $106,621 Missouri $106,598 Florida $106,161 Montana $105,925 Nebraska $105,701

Kentucky $105,577 South Carolina $105,129 Tennessee $104,848 Idaho $104,736 New Mexico $103,917 Oklahoma $103,737 Alabama $103,075 South Dakota $101,965

Arkansas $101,359 West Virginia $101,033 Mississippi $100,057

Top Paying Cities for HR Leads

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: $113,110
Little Creek: $113,938
Magnolia: $113,774

Lincoln, DE $113,110 Little Creek, DE $113,938 Magnolia, DE $113,774 Milford, DE $113,398 Marydel, DE $113,584 Millsboro, DE $112,636 Millville, DE $112,810 Milton, DE $113,005

Nassau, DE $113,087 Ocean View, DE $112,791 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,007 Seaford, DE $113,071 Selbyville, DE $112,603 Smyrna, DE $114,017 Viola, DE $113,492 Woodside, DE $113,797

Bear, DE $113,534 Newark, DE $113,492 Claymont, DE $113,724 Delaware City, DE $113,605 Hockessin, DE $113,482 Kirkwood, DE $113,584 Middletown, DE $113,628 Montchanin, DE $113,507

New Castle, DE $113,524 Odessa, DE $113,684 Port Penn, DE $113,760 Rockland, DE $113,519 Saint Georges, DE $113,592 Townsend, DE $113,767 Winterthur, DE $113,532 Lewes, DE $113,049

Wilmington, DE $113,487 Dover, DE $113,938 Dover Afb, DE $113,338 Bethany Beach, DE $112,672 Bethel, DE $112,788 Bridgeville, DE $113,054 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,617 Cheswold, DE $113,901

Clayton, DE $113,905 Dagsboro, DE $112,593 Delmar, DE $112,412 Ellendale, DE $112,753 Felton, DE $113,389 Fenwick Island, DE $112,618 Frankford, DE $112,421 Frederica, DE $113,501

Georgetown, DE $112,550 Greenwood, DE $113,072 Harbeson, DE $112,670 Harrington, DE $113,245 Hartly, DE $113,597 Houston, DE $113,083 Kenton, DE $113,910 Laurel, DE $112,483

Yorklyn, DE $113,515

HR Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For HR Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, HR Lead positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view HR Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an HR Lead

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$136,346	$66.0	20%

HR Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an HR Lead'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 August 01, 2026

$105,877

Average $113,622/year

$125,236

$8,823

Average $9,468/month

$10,436

$2,036

Average $2,185/week

$2,408

$51

Average $55/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,236	$10,436	$2,408	$60
Average	$113,622	$9,468	$2,185	$55
25th Percentile	$105,877	$8,823	$2,036	$51

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