Human Resources Managers Salary in Hickory, NC

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC

Median annual salary $112,070 -20% vs national
Median hourly $53.88
10th percentile $77,530
90th percentile $183,070
Employed locally 150
National median $140,030

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $77,530
    25th
    $90,380
    50th (median)
    $112,070
    75th
    $153,140
    90th
    $183,070

    Hickory economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $60,255 2023 • Census ACS
    Human Resources Managers salary vs area income 186% Median Human Resources Managers salary is 86% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Managers make per hour in Hickory?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Managers in Hickory, NC is $53.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $100.23 or more per hour.

    Is Hickory above or below average for Human Resources Managers salaries?

    The median Human Resources Managers salary in Hickory, NC is 20% below the national median of $140,030. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Human Resources Managers in Hickory?

    Entry-level Human Resources Managers (10th percentile) earn around $77,530 per year in Hickory, NC. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $90,380.