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Human Resources Head

Average Human Resources Head Salary

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$114,207
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$69k
MEDIAN
$114k
90%
$176k

The average salary for a Human Resources Head is $114,207 in 2025

Base Salary
$69k - $176k
Bonus
$4k - $40k
Profit Sharing
$2k - $29k
Commission
$6k - $20k
Total Pay
$69k - $199k
Based on 5,570 salary profiles (last updated Aug 03 2022)
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4.2 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Human Resources Head

Medical
85%
Dental
78%
Vision
72%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Human Resources Heads

Female
82.3%
Male
16.6%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 3,497 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Human Resources Heads

What is the highest pay for Human Resources Heads?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Human Resources Head is $176k / year

What is the lowest pay for Human Resources Heads?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Human Resources Head is $69k / year

How can Human Resources Heads increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Human Resources Head 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 Resources Head that oversees more junior Human Resources Heads, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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