SOC 11-3121 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Human Resources Managers — Phoenix
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ · 5 metro areas compared
At $145,610, median pay for Human Resources Managers in Phoenix, AZ tracks the national median of $149,280 closely.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $145,610, median pay for Human Resources Managers in Phoenix, AZ tracks the national median of $149,280 closely. Pay ranges from under $90,750 at the tenth percentile to more than $229,350 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $114,170 to $183,890.
Employment stands at 3,160, or 1.3 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Yuma records the highest median at $128,990. Of the 647 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 30th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $90,750 | −39.2% |
| 25th | $114,170 | −23.5% |
| Median (50th) | $145,610 | −2.5% |
| 75th | $183,890 | +23.2% |
| 90th | $229,350 | +53.6% |
| Mean | $154,540 | +3.5% |
Other metro areas in Arizona
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yuma | $128,990 | 60 | |
| 2 | Tucson | $128,730 | 400 | |
| 3 | Lake Havasu City | $123,310 | 40 | |
| 4 | Flagstaff | $122,160 | 60 | |
| 5 | Prescott Valley | $114,290 | 40 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Phoenix sit close to the national average, so $145,610 is worth roughly its face value against pay elsewhere.
Published median
$145,610as reported by BLSLocal price level
100.7US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$144,598US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $145,610 a year, 2.5% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $90,750 to $229,350 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 3,160 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Yuma, at $128,990.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Human Resources Managers in Phoenix, AZ?
The median annual wage is $145,610, or $70.00 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $149,280, so pay in Phoenix, AZ is 2.5% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Phoenix, AZ earns more than $229,350 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $90,750 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Yuma, at $128,990 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 3,160 jobs in this occupation in Phoenix, AZ. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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