HR salaries by country
Like for like: pay for the same HR job
Raw medians mix different jobs: a country with many recruiting coordinators looks cheaper than one with many HR directors. To compare countries fairly, we estimate what each country pays for the same HR role at the same level, relative to the EU average.
On that basis, the United States pays +109% against the EU average. Canada +39%, Germany +28%, Netherlands +10%, United Kingdom +19%, France −3%.
| Country | Median | Same job vs EU | Postings with pay | Postings showing pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | €97,000 | +109% | 1,890 | 26% |
| Canada | €56,900 | +39% | 190 | 26% |
| Germany | €52,400 | +28% | 92 | 5% |
| Netherlands | €47,800 | +10% | 376 | 19% |
| United Kingdom | €46,800 | +19% | 451 | 19% |
| France | €37,500 | −3% | 190 | 15% |
Countries with fewer data points
We also have HR pay data for Australia (51 postings), India (36 postings), Ireland (36 postings), Belgium (23 postings), Italy (23 postings), Lithuania (21 postings). That is enough for a median in the full data, but too few employers for the like-for-like comparison above.
Frequently asked questions
›Which country pays HR professionals the most?
United States, with a median advertised HR salary of €97,000 a year. It also pays the most for the same HR role and level.
›How much do HR jobs pay in Europe?
The median for HR postings in the EU is €45,000 a year, and €46,800 in the UK.
›Why compare pay for the same job?
Countries hire different mixes of HR roles and levels. Comparing the same role at the same level shows the pay gap that comes from the market itself.