Human Resources Specialists Salary in Killeen, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Killeen-Temple, TX

Median annual salary $63,040 -13.5% vs national
Median hourly $30.31
10th percentile $39,990
90th percentile $106,930
Employed locally 750
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,990
    25th
    $49,780
    50th (median)
    $63,040
    75th
    $87,050
    90th
    $106,930

    Killeen economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,203 2023 • Census ACS
    Human Resources Specialists salary vs area income 94% Median Human Resources Specialists salary is 6% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Killeen, TX is $30.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Killeen, TX is 13.5% 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 Killeen?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,990 per year in Killeen, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,780.