Occupation ยท SOC 11-3121
Human Resources Managers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of human resources managers can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 215,520 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $140,030 ($67.32 an hour).
US employment
215,520
Median annual wage
$140,030
Mean annual wage
$160,480
Median hourly wage
$67.32
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
5 years or more
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Massachusetts$176,510
- District of Columbia$174,400
- New York$171,440
- Washington$169,410
- California$169,140
Top 5 after cost of living
- Massachusetts$166,900
- Rhode Island$161,690
- Virginia$159,920
- New York$158,860
- District of Columbia$158,690
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compensation and Benefits Managers | $140,360 | $330 (+0.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Chief Executives | $206,420 | $66,390 (+47.4%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California27,680
- 2. New York16,720
- 3. Illinois13,700
- 4. Florida10,960
- 5. Pennsylvania7,970
- 6. Georgia7,080
- 7. Ohio7,000
- 8. Massachusetts6,730
- 9. North Carolina6,520
- 10. New Jersey6,470
States that pay the most
- 1. Massachusetts$176,510
- 2. District of Columbia$174,400
- 3. New York$171,440
- 4. Washington$169,410
- 5. California$169,140
- 6. New Jersey$166,070
- 7. Rhode Island$165,380
- 8. Virginia$161,690
- 9. Colorado$154,500
- 10. Minnesota$152,250
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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