Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $61,290 -15.9% vs national
Median hourly $29.47
10th percentile $42,240
90th percentile $89,220
Employed locally 470
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,240
    25th
    $46,810
    50th (median)
    $61,290
    75th
    $77,070
    90th
    $89,220

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $67,800
    Loan Officers $84,440
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $68,980
    Compliance Officers $69,950
    Training and Development Specialists $61,520
    Project Management Specialists $76,850

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northeast Nebraska is $29.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.67 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northeast Nebraska is 15.9% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $42,240 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,810.