Lead HRIS Analyst Salary.
Across 81 U.S. cities.
$105,000
national median salary
$82,000 to $137,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$145,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$110,000
Princeton, NJ
Lowest Paying
$82,000
Jackson, MS
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026. Baseline derived from BLS SOC 13-1071. Full methodology.
The average Lead HRIS Analyst salary in the United States is $105,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $82,000 at the 25th percentile to $137,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $145,000, while Princeton offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments.
Lead HRIS Analyst salary by city
Skills that increase Lead HRIS Analyst pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for Lead HRIS Analysts based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $14,700 to your annual compensation.
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Total compensation breakdown
Salary by company size
Remote salary adjustment
Remote Lead HRIS Analysts typically earn $95,000 (10% less than on-site). This reflects location-adjusted pay policies at companies using geographic salary bands. Some companies pay flat national rates regardless of location.
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