Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,290 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.95
10th percentile $39,990
90th percentile $103,130
Employed locally 310
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,990
    25th
    $49,310
    50th (median)
    $62,290
    75th
    $81,600
    90th
    $103,130

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $72,600
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $65,450
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $60,970
    Project Management Specialists $87,080
    Loan Officers $78,620
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $58,310

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Human Resources Specialists make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northeast Iowa is $29.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.19 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Human Resources Specialists salaries?

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northeast Iowa 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,990 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,310.