Human Resources Specialists Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $62,290 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.95
10th percentile $40,960
90th percentile $104,960
Employed locally 1,280
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,960
    25th
    $49,660
    50th (median)
    $62,290
    75th
    $81,170
    90th
    $104,960

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$70,210
    Loan Officers$79,400
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$59,050
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$60,490
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$73,430
    Compliance Officers$59,950

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Kansas is $29.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.52 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Kansas is 14.6% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,960 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,660.