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Human Capital Director

Average Human Capital Director Salary

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$95,792
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$61k
MEDIAN
$96k
90%
$145k

The average salary for a Human Capital Director is $95,792 in 2025

Base Salary
$61k - $145k
Bonus
$2k - $26k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $20k
Commission
$5k - $30k
Total Pay
$58k - $154k
Based on 16,213 salary profiles (last updated Sep 06 2023)
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4.2 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Human Capital Director

Medical
82%
Dental
74%
Vision
68%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Human Capital Directors

Female
84.4%
Male
14.5%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 7,109 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Human Capital Directors

What is the highest pay for Human Capital Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Human Capital Director is $145k / year

What is the lowest pay for Human Capital Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Human Capital Director is $61k / year

How can Human Capital Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Human Capital Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Human Capital Director that oversees more junior Human Capital Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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