Business & Management

Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Managers

SOC 11-3121

$136,350
Median Pay / yr
6%
Growing
~17K
Openings / yr
6-8 years
Time to Entry

How Much Does a Human Resources Manager Make?

The national median salary for a Human Resources Manager is $136,350 per year ($65.55/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).

That's 108% above the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.

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How to Become a Human Resources Manager

Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Typical Entry Path
1
Bachelor's in HR/business
2
several years HR experience
Required Licenses & Certifications

SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR valued

Time to Entry-Level
6-8 years

Human Resources Manager Job Outlook

Faster than avg — the BLS projects 6% growth from 2024 to 2034.

That's faster than the average across all occupations (4%).

About 17,400 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.

Labor market complexity; DEI initiatives; compliance

What It's Like to Work as a Human Resources Manager

Physical Demands
Low

This is primarily desk-based or low-physical-effort work.

Remote Work
Moderate-High

Some employers offer remote or hybrid arrangements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Career data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2024-34 projections (released August 2025). Salary data: BLS OEWS May 2024.

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