How much does a human resources manager make in Atlanta?
$161,300a year
Median yearly pay for human resources managers in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $77.52 an hour or $13,440 a month.
- Hourly
- $77.52
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 24 of 358
- Jobs in the area
- 5,300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $95,080Median: $161,300Highest 10%: $286,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $95,080 | $45.71 | |
| 25th | $123,400 | $59.34 | |
| Median | $161,300 | $77.52 | |
| 75th | $209,400 | $100.65 | |
| 90th | $286,800 | $137.88 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for human resources managers.
| Gainesville, GA | $140,100 |
| Savannah, GA | $133,700 |
| Augusta, GA | $132,600 |
| Columbus, GA | $130,900 |
| Dalton, GA | $130,700 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $129,900 |
| Athens, GA | $129,500 |
| Macon, GA | $127,900 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Chief Executive | $275,800 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $178,000 |
| Financial Manager | $171,200 |
| Sales Manager | $166,900 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $166,100 |
| Purchasing Manager | $165,900 |
| Marketing Manager | $163,500 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $162,400 |
| Advertising and Promotions Manager | $146,600 |
| Medical and Health Services Manager | $137,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a human resources manager make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $77.52 ($161,300 a year).
Do human resources managers make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $161,300 against $149,300 nationally, 8% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $150,700, so Atlanta pays 7% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for human resources manager pay?
24 of 358 metro areas with data.
How much does a human resources manager make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $95,080 or less a year; the top 10% make $286,800 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.