Human Resources Specialists Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $77,140 +5.8% vs national
Median hourly $37.09
10th percentile $51,830
90th percentile $118,290
Employed locally 140
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,830
    25th
    $57,790
    50th (median)
    $77,140
    75th
    $98,010
    90th
    $118,290

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $86,490
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $82,000
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $78,170
    Fundraisers $66,690
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $76,790
    Training and Development Specialists $58,520

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Massachusetts is $37.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.19 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Massachusetts is 5.8% above 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $51,830 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,790.