Human Resources Specialists Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,240 -16% vs national
Median hourly $29.44
10th percentile $40,050
90th percentile $103,400
Employed locally 590
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,050
    25th
    $48,860
    50th (median)
    $61,240
    75th
    $80,580
    90th
    $103,400

    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 Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $69,530
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $62,950
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $66,680
    Project Management Specialists $83,040
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $60,140
    Training and Development Specialists $58,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Eastern Ohio is $29.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.34 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Eastern Ohio is 16% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,050 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,860.