EEP US Corporate

Compensation Trends Report

Human Resources

The data below reflect national compensation averages for a variety of human resources roles and related positions that Express supports organizations in sourcing qualified HR professionals and top-tier talent.

All wage data within this report were sourced via JobsEQ by Chmura and include entry-level, mean, and experienced salary figures.

Entry-Level – Calculated by determining the mean of the lower third of all wages. Wages in this category could be higher or lower than reported.

Experienced – Calculated by determining the mean of the upper two thirds of all wages. Wages in this category could be higher or lower than reported.

Title Entry-Level Mean Experienced
Compensation and Benefits Managers $91,300 $158,100 $191,500
Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists $52,600 $84,000 $99,700
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs $40,500 $55,700 $63,400
Human Resources Managers $92,200 $160,700 $194,900
Human Resources Specialists $49,100 $81,100 $97,200
Human Resources Workers $49,300 $82,300 $98,700
Labor Relations Specialists $56,500 $98,200 $119,000
Social and Community Service Managers $55,600 $87,700 $103,700
Training and Development Managers $82,800 $141,700 $171,200
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