Compensation and Benefits Managers Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $71.75

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$42.86
25th$54.41
Median$71.75
75th$96.45
90th$123.35

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do compensation and benefits managers make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $71.75; the mean hourly wage is $78.19.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for compensation and benefits managers?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $42.86 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for compensation and benefits managers?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $123.35 per hour.