Human Resources Specialists Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,200 -16.1% vs national
Median hourly $29.43
10th percentile $39,270
90th percentile $93,480
Employed locally 940
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,270
    25th
    $46,640
    50th (median)
    $61,200
    75th
    $75,460
    90th
    $93,480

    Top-paying metros for Human Resources Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $114,080
    District of Columbia $102,500
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $100,600
    Lexington Park, MD $97,490
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $97,340
    Parkersburg-Vienna, WV $89,860

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $65,450
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $71,240
    Project Management Specialists $81,060
    Compliance Officers $62,710
    Training and Development Specialists $53,830
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $63,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Central Kentucky is $29.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.58 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Central Kentucky is 16.1% below the national median of $72,910. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Human Resources Specialists in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,270 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,640.