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HR Manager Salary in South Korea

HR managers lead hiring, culture, benefits, and employee relations. The South Korea median is $103,475 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$103,475
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,623
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$103,475
Incheon, KR
Hourly (national)
$49.75
varies by city

HR Manager salary by city in South Korea

CityPer year
Incheon, KR$103,475
Daegu, KR$103,475
Daejeon, KR$103,475
Gwangju, KR$103,475
Suwon, KR$103,475
Ulsan, KR$103,475
Goyang-si, KR$103,475
Changwon, KR$103,475
Cheongju-si, KR$103,475
Jeonju, KR$103,475
Seoul, KR$79,323
Busan, KR$50,722

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hr manager make in South Korea?
The national median hr manager salary in South Korea is about ₩155,350,000 per year (₩12,945,800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₩76,150,000 to ₩155,350,000.
Which South Korea city pays hr managers the most?
Incheon, KR pays the most at about ₩155,350,000 per year.
Which South Korea city pays hr managers the least?
Among cities we cover, Busan, KR is on the lower end at about ₩76,150,000 per year for a hr manager.
What is the typical salary range for a hr manager in South Korea?
Across South Korea cities we cover, hr manager pay commonly spans from about ₩49,880,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₩220,286,300 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many South Korea cities have hr manager salary data?
Pay by Role publishes hr manager pay for 12 cities in South Korea, all shown in KRW.
Is hr manager in demand in South Korea?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +5% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager.