Human Resources Specialists Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $71,150 -2.4% vs national
Median hourly $34.21
10th percentile $46,510
90th percentile $116,460
Employed locally 250
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,510
    25th
    $55,660
    50th (median)
    $71,150
    75th
    $86,020
    90th
    $116,460

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $79,900
    Project Management Specialists $99,970
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $72,000
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $64,790
    Loan Officers $68,720
    Training and Development Specialists $72,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Connecticut is $34.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.92 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Connecticut is 2.4% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $46,510 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,660.