Human Resources Specialists Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $64,510 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $31.01
10th percentile $46,630
90th percentile $102,620
Employed locally 270
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,630
    25th
    $52,980
    50th (median)
    $64,510
    75th
    $79,630
    90th
    $102,620

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$72,030
    Accountants and Auditors$76,900
    Project Management Specialists$85,110
    Management Analysts$86,870
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$64,690
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$73,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Eastern Oregon is $31.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.16 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Eastern Oregon is 11.5% 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $46,630 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,980.