Human Resources Managers Salary in Washington
Human Resources Managers in Washington earn a median of $165,530 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $165,530
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($149,280)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,560
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $108,830; the top 10% earn over $271,380. Nationally the range is $88,200 to $267,810.
States ranked near Washington
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Human Resources Managers pay in Washington
How much do human resources managers make in Washington?
The median is $165,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $108,830 and the top 10% earn over $271,380. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for human resources managers?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 51 (+11% vs. the national median of $149,280). Living costs are not included.