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Human Resource Director

Average Human Resource Director Salary

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$102,838
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$63k
MEDIAN
$103k
90%
$164k

The average salary for a Human Resource Director is $102,838 in 2025

Base Salary
$63k - $164k
Bonus
$2k - $34k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $24k
Commission
$3k - $31k
Total Pay
$60k - $180k
Based on 14,201 salary profiles (last updated Jan 03 2024)
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4.2 out of 5
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Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Human Resource Director

Medical
84%
Dental
75%
Vision
70%
None
16%

Gender Breakdown for Human Resource Directors

Female
83.4%
Male
15.7%
Prefer to self-define
0.8%
This data is based on 5,450 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Human Resource Directors

What is the highest pay for Human Resource Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Human Resource Director is $164k / year

What is the lowest pay for Human Resource Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Human Resource Director is $63k / year

How can Human Resource Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Human Resource 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 Resource Director that oversees more junior Human Resource Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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