Human Factors Researcher Salary in the United States

How much does a Human Factors Researcher make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Human Factors Researcher in the United States is $99,252 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,383
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,151 to $109,266
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,686
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Human Factors Researcher Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $109,266 $9,106 $2,101 $53
Average $99,252 $8,271 $1,909 $48
25th Percentile $92,151 $7,679 $1,772 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Human Factors Researcher Salaries

A Human Factors Researcher'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 Factors Researcher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Human Factors Researcher'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): $98,516
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $110,784
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $133,382
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $157,415
  • Expert (over 8 years): $149,885
Levels Salary
Human Fac... Level Human Factors Researcher$98,516
Human Fac... Level Human Factors Researcher$110,784
Human Fac... Level Human Factors Researcher$133,382
Human Fac... Level Human Factors Researcher$157,415
Human Fac... Level Human Factors Researcher$149,885
$98,516 0 yr
$110,784 < 2 yrs
$133,382 2-4 yrs
$157,415 5-8 yrs
$149,885 > 8 yrs
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How Do Human Factors Researcher 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 Factors Researchers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $109,892.
  • California: $109,475.
  • Massachusetts: $108,016.

Top Paying Cities for Human Factors Researchers

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: $125,187
  • San Francisco: $123,816
  • Oakland: $121,207

What Skills Can Increase a Human Factors Researcher's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 19.26% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Software Engineering (Mentioned in 2.96% Job Postings): Software engineering is the application of engineering to the development of software in a systematic method. Notable definitions of software engineering include: "the systematic application of scientific and technological knowledge, methods, and experience to the design, implementation, testing, and documentation of software"—The Bureau of Labor Statistics—IEEE Systems and software engineering - Vocabulary "The application of a systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approach to the development, operation, and maintenance of software"—IEEE Standard Glossary of Software Engineering Terminology "an engineering discipline that is concerned with all aspects of software production"—Ian Sommerville "the establishment and use of sound engineering principles in order to economically obtain software that is reliable and works efficiently on real machines"—Fritz Bauer
  • Product Strategy (Mentioned in 2.22% Job Postings): Product strategy is defined as the road map of a product. This road map outlines the end-to-end vision of the product, particulars on achieving the product strategy and the big picture context in terms of what the product will become. Companies utilise the product strategy in strategic planning and marketing to identify the direction of the company's activities. The product strategy is composed of a variety of sequential process in order for the vision to be effectively achieved. The company must be clear in terms of the target market of the product in order for them to plan the activities needed in order to reach the destination and to achieve its goals.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 19.26%
Software Engineering 2.96%
Product Strategy 2.22%
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 Human Factors Researcher's salary.
  • Collaborating with Others: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Statistical Design: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Product Strategy: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaborating with Others
$112,155
13%
Statistical Design
$109,178
10%
Product Strategy
$109,178
10%
Data Visualization
$108,185
9%
User Interviews
$107,193
8%
Human-Computer Interaction
$106,200
7%
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Human Factors Researcher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Human Factors Researcher roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Human Factors Researcher positions in Insurance or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Human Factors Researcher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Human Factors Researcher

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$138,953$67.040%
Biotechnology$129,028$62.030%
Internet$129,028$62.030%
Business Services$124,066$60.025%
MFG Nondurable$119,103$57.020%

Human Factors Researcher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Human Factors Researcher'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

Salary Trends for Human Factors Researcher

Salaries for a Human Factors Researcher can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $97,814 in 2023 to around $96,509 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Human Factors Researcher salary trends, .

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FAQ about Human Factors Researcher

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Human Factors Researcher?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Human Factors Researcher roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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