Assistant Personnel Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Personnel Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Personnel Manager in the United States is $80,133 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Assistant Personnel Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,907
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,752 to $89,436
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,390

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Personnel Manager Salaries

An Assistant Personnel Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Personnel Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Personnel Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $73,377
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $73,955
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,304
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,846
  • Expert (over 8 years): $79,099
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Personnel Manager less than 1 year $73,377
Early Career Level Assistant Personnel Manager 1-2 years $73,955
Mid-Level Level Assistant Personnel Manager 2-4 years $75,304
Senior-Level Level Assistant Personnel Manager 5-8 years $76,846
Expert Level Assistant Personnel Manager over 8 years $79,099

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Personnel Manager

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $101,072
  • San Francisco: $99,965
  • Oakland: $97,859

Assistant Personnel Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Personnel Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Personnel Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Personnel Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Personnel Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $120,200 $58.0 50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $84,140 $40.0 5%

How Education impacts an Assistant Personnel Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Personnel Manager professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Personnel Manager with a Associate's is between $66,580 and $75,364.

Assistant Personnel Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Personnel Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 66.7%
High School 66.7%
Associate's Degree 33.3%
Bachelor's Degree 0%
Master's Degree or MBA 0%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Assistant Personnel Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Personnel Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$68,752
Average $80,133/year
$89,436
$5,729
Average $6,678/month
$7,453
$1,322
Average $1,541/week
$1,720
$33
Average $39/hour
$43
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $89,436 $7,453 $1,720 $43
Average $80,133 $6,678 $1,541 $39
25th Percentile $68,752 $5,729 $1,322 $33

Most common benefits for Assistant Personnel Manager

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Personnel Manager

Here are companies hiring for Assistant Personnel Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Assistant Personnel Manager Job

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FAQ about Assistant Personnel Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Personnel Manager?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Personnel Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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