Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $165,930 | $149,469 | +11% |
| Median hourly wage | $79.77 | $71.86 | +11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $160,164.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Connecticut is $165,930, or about $79.77 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Connecticut is +11% above the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,020 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $165,930, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.