Human Resources Specialists Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $60,250 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly $28.97
10th percentile $36,720
90th percentile $98,210
Employed locally 790
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,720
    25th
    $47,520
    50th (median)
    $60,250
    75th
    $77,440
    90th
    $98,210

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$69,320
    Project Management Specialists$94,040
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$61,380
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$59,530
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$73,240
    Compliance Officers$63,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Central Pennsylvania is $28.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.54 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Central Pennsylvania is 17.4% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,720 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,520.