Human Resources Specialists Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $73,810 +1.2% vs national
Median hourly $35.48
10th percentile $40,560
90th percentile $133,080
Employed locally 270
National median $72,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,560
    25th
    $53,990
    50th (median)
    $73,810
    75th
    $107,290
    90th
    $133,080

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Management Analysts $121,360
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $105,810
    Accountants and Auditors $76,030
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $99,200
    Project Management Specialists $102,490
    Training and Development Specialists $87,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Human Resources Specialists in Northeast Virginia is $35.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $72.31 or more per hour.

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

    The median Human Resources Specialists salary in Northeast Virginia is 1.2% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Human Resources Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,560 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,990.