Human Resources Specialists Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,730 -18.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.71
10th percentile $44,720
90th percentile $95,530
Employed locally 340
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,720
    25th
    $52,450
    50th (median)
    $59,730
    75th
    $74,660
    90th
    $95,530

    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 Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $63,800
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $70,840
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $59,070
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $70,060
    Project Management Specialists $75,440
    Management Analysts $78,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Hawaii / Kauai is $28.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.39 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 18.1% 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 Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,720 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,450.