Human Resources Specialists Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $65,350 -10.4% vs national
Median hourly $31.42
10th percentile $46,410
90th percentile $102,900
Employed locally 200
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,410
    25th
    $52,930
    50th (median)
    $65,350
    75th
    $79,790
    90th
    $102,900

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$65,520
    Accountants and Auditors$75,830
    Project Management Specialists$88,250
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$67,120
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$63,440
    Management Analysts$96,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Central Oregon is $31.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.76 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Central Oregon is 10.4% 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $46,410 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,930.