Labor Relations Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 64,810 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $50,490 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $71,920 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $95,420 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $123,420 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $156,180 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$50K
25th
$72K
Median
$95K
75th
$123K
90th
$156K
Highest Paying States for Labor Relations Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $124,610 |
| New Jersey | $114,980 |
| Washington | $113,530 |
| California | $112,210 |
| New York | $111,230 |
| Massachusetts | $111,180 |
| Minnesota | $109,510 |
| Hawaii | $106,360 |
| Delaware | $103,470 |
| Illinois | $102,970 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Labor Relations Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $124,610 per year, while Illinois has an average of $102,970 — a difference of $21,640. 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 Labor Relations Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 64,810 workers were employed as Labor Relations Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Business and Financial Operations Occupations. The annual mean wage of $98,720 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 13-1075