Startup Head of Human Resources Salary

Startups pay Heads of Human Resources a median salary of $174,248 per year. Based on 8,531 Head of Human Resources job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $78,615 and $314,503, with an average of $182,838.

95th Percentile
$314,503
Average
$182,838
Range
$78,615 - $314,503
Sample Size
8,531
Last updated September 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Head of Human Resources Compensation Trends

Track how Head of Human Resources compensation has evolved over time. This chart shows the 95th percentile salary trends, giving you insight into competitive compensation packages for Head of Human Resources positions in the startup ecosystem.

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Head of Human Resources Salaries by Country

When it comes to geographic compensation for Head of Human Resources roles, startups in 🇺🇸 United States lead the pack with competitive salaries averaging around $374,486 per year. Meanwhile, 🇩🇪 Germany shows more modest compensation levels at approximately $221,431 annually.

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $374,486
🇨🇦 Canada $276,333
🇬🇧 United Kingdom $234,618
🇩🇪 Germany $221,431

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