What are the main factors that influence a HR Team Leader's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for HR Team Leader?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for HR Team Leader roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A HR Team Leader's salary?

A HR Team Leader's salary grows with experience: starting around $89,806 for beginners, reaching about $105,516 at mid-level, and approach $154,600 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a HR Team Leader?

HR Team Leader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HR Team Leader roles are District of Columbia $118,718, California $118,268, Massachusetts $116,692. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HR Team Leader roles make?

Salaries for HR Team Leader level roles vary by specialization: Compensation Team Leader: $121,000; HR Leader: $108,951; Architect Team Leader: $108,900; HR Business Partners Team Leader: $107,047; Underwriting Team Leader: $94,073.

HR Team Leader Salary in Delaware

How much does a HR Team Leader make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a HR Team Leader in Delaware is $108,586 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a HR Team Leader's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,730
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,666 to $123,317
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,813

10% $85,813

50% (Median) $108,586

90% $136,730

HR Team Leader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,317	$10,276	$2,371	$59
Average	$108,586	$9,049	$2,088	$52
25th Percentile	$96,666	$8,055	$1,859	$46

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Key Factors That Influence HR Team Leader Salaries

A HR Team Leader'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects HR Team Leader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a HR Team Leader'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): $89,806
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,329
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,516
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,332
Expert (over 8 years): $154,600

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Human Resources Generalist III	less than 1 year	$89,806
Human Resources Generalist IV	1-2 years	$108,329
HR Team Leader	2-4 years	$105,516
Human Resources Manager	5-8 years	$123,332
Associate Human Resources Director	over 8 years	$154,600

How Do HR Team Leader Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract HR Team Leaders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $118,718.
California: $118,268.
Massachusetts: $116,692.

District of Columbia $118,718 California $118,268 Massachusetts $116,692 Washington $116,263 New Jersey $116,220 Alaska $116,070 Connecticut $114,590 New York $113,990

Hawaii $112,071 Rhode Island $111,170 Maryland $110,559 Minnesota $109,722 Colorado $109,401 Illinois $109,293 Oregon $108,886 Delaware $108,586

New Hampshire $108,397 Virginia $107,975 Pennsylvania $106,741 Nevada $106,120 North Dakota $105,916 Michigan $105,594 Wisconsin $105,476 Vermont $105,240

Texas $104,586 Maine $104,543 Arizona $104,479 Ohio $104,404 Georgia $103,418 Indiana $102,924 Wyoming $102,828 Utah $102,678

Iowa $102,613 Kansas $102,099 Louisiana $101,949 North Carolina $101,895 Missouri $101,874 Florida $101,455 Montana $101,230 Nebraska $101,016

Kentucky $100,898 South Carolina $100,469 Tennessee $100,201 Idaho $100,094 New Mexico $99,311 Oklahoma $99,139 Alabama $98,507 South Dakota $97,445

Arkansas $96,866 West Virginia $96,555 Mississippi $95,622

Top Paying Cities for HR Team Leader

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:

Lincoln: $108,097
Little Creek: $108,888
Magnolia: $108,732

Lincoln, DE $108,097

Little Creek, DE $108,888

Magnolia, DE $108,732

Milford, DE $108,371

Marydel, DE $108,549

Millsboro, DE $107,643

Millville, DE $107,809

Milton, DE $107,996

Nassau, DE $108,074

Ocean View, DE $107,791

Rehoboth Beach, DE $107,998

Seaford, DE $108,059

Selbyville, DE $107,612

Smyrna, DE $108,963

Viola, DE $108,461

Woodside, DE $108,753

Bear, DE $108,502

Newark, DE $108,461

Claymont, DE $108,683

Delaware City, DE $108,570

Hockessin, DE $108,452

Kirkwood, DE $108,549

Middletown, DE $108,591

Montchanin, DE $108,476

New Castle, DE $108,492

Odessa, DE $108,645

Port Penn, DE $108,718

Rockland, DE $108,487

Saint Georges, DE $108,557

Townsend, DE $108,724

Winterthur, DE $108,500

Lewes, DE $108,038

Wilmington, DE $108,457

Dover, DE $108,888

Dover Afb, DE $108,314

Bethany Beach, DE $107,678

Bethel, DE $107,789

Bridgeville, DE $108,043

Camden Wyoming, DE $108,581

Cheswold, DE $108,853

Clayton, DE $108,856

Dagsboro, DE $107,603

Delmar, DE $107,430

Ellendale, DE $107,756

Felton, DE $108,363

Fenwick Island, DE $107,626

Frankford, DE $107,438

Frederica, DE $108,470

Georgetown, DE $107,562

Greenwood, DE $108,060

Harbeson, DE $107,676

Harrington, DE $108,225

Hartly, DE $108,562

Houston, DE $108,071

Kenton, DE $108,861

Laurel, DE $107,497

Yorklyn, DE $108,484

HR Team Leader Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For HR Team Leader roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, HR Team Leader positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view HR Team Leader as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a HR Team Leader

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$130,303	$63.0	20%

HR Team Leader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a HR Team Leader'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.

$96,666

Average $108,586/year

$123,317

$8,055

Average $9,049/month

$10,276

$1,859

Average $2,088/week

$2,371

$46

Average $52/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,317	$10,276	$2,371	$59
Average	$108,586	$9,049	$2,088	$52
25th Percentile	$96,666	$8,055	$1,859	$46

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