Human Resources Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 912,430 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $47,180 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $58,610 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $75,940 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $99,380 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $128,720 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$47K
25th
$59K
Median
$76K
75th
$99K
90th
$129K
Highest Paying States for Human Resources Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $116,020 |
| Massachusetts | $95,400 |
| California | $95,180 |
| New York | $95,040 |
| Washington | $94,000 |
| Maryland | $92,180 |
| Connecticut | $90,080 |
| Virginia | $89,620 |
| New Jersey | $89,170 |
| Colorado | $88,440 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Human Resources Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $116,020 per year, while Colorado has an average of $88,440 — a difference of $27,580. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Human Resources Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 912,430 workers were employed as Human Resources Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Business and Financial Operations Occupations. The annual mean wage of $81,990 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 13-1071