Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $113,210 | $149,469 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $54.43 | $71.86 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $127,489.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Alabama is $113,210, or about $54.43 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Alabama is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,160 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $113,210, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.